Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Old Model is Sony NEX-3
- Later Model is Sony NEX-F3
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very comparable but the 1 S2 (1") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The 1 S2 was introduced 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 1 S2 grades vs the NEX-C3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Sony NEX-C3
1 S2 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Introduced | May 2014 | August 2011 | More modern by 34 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Nikon 1 S2
NEX-C3 | 1 S2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony NEX-C3
1 S2 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S2 enjoys outer measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 S2 against the NEX-C3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S2 and NEX-C3 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S2 and NEX-C3.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 S2 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-C3 will produce more detail using its extra 1.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent 1 S2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Nikon 1 S2 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon 1 S2 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-05-21 | 2011-08-22 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4A | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.1 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 115.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14.2MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3072 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 25 |
Cross type focus points | 73 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 225g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | 400 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL22 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $450 | $343 |