Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Launched January 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Released August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
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.

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.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Sony NEX-5T
1 V1 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Nikon 1 V1
NEX-5T | 1 V1 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 19 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Sony NEX-5T
1 V1 | NEX-5T | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
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.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Nikon 1 V1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 V1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-01-20 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Available lenses | 13 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 276g (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 346 | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $670 | $400 |