Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Revealed January 2012
- New Model is Nikon 1 V2
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-3
- Later Model is Sony NEX-F3
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In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 V1 was launched 6 months after the NEX-C3 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1 V1 scores versus the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Sony NEX-C3
| 1 V1 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Nikon 1 V1
| NEX-C3 | 1 V1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Sony NEX-C3
| 1 V1 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | August 2011 | Same age |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V1 enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 V1 against the NEX-C3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V1 and NEX-C3 is 84 and 91 respectively.
Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and NEX-C3.
All in all, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V1 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony NEX-C3 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
| Nikon 1 V1 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon 1 V1 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2012-01-20 | 2011-08-22 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 13 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 225 gr (0.50 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 54 | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 346 | 1083 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 400 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL15 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $670 | $343 |