Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp
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Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Released March 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Released July 2019
- Replacement is Sigma fp L

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 1 V3 (18MP) and fp (25MP) and the 1 V3 (1") and fp (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

The 1 V3 was released 6 years prior to the fp which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1 V3 matches up vs the fp when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V3 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Sigma fp
1 V3 | fp | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Nikon 1 V3
fp | 1 V3 | |||
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Released | July 2019 | ![]() | March 2014 | Newer by 64 months |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper screen (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V3 and Sigma fp
1 V3 | fp | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V3 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).
See the Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 V3 vs the fp.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V3 and fp is 87 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V3 and fp.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V3 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 V3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V3 vs Sigma fp Specifications
Nikon 1 V3 | Sigma fp | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon 1 V3 | Sigma fp |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-03-13 | 2019-07-11 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 4A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 25MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 381g (0.84 lb) | 422g (0.93 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 384 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL20a | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 wec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $997 | $2,050 |