Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and NEX-5T (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V1 was released 19 months earlier than the NEX-5T which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1 V1 matches up versus the NEX-5T in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V1 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V1 has exterior measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 V1 compared to the NEX-5T.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and NEX-5T is 84 and 89 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and NEX-5T.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 V1 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-5T will produce more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older 1 V1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.