Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Launched March 2014
- Old Model is Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Older Model is Sony NEX-F3
- New Model is Sony a5000

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon 1 V3 versus Sony NEX-3N, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively close but the 1 V3 (1") and NEX-3N (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

The 1 V3 was introduced 13 months later than the NEX-3N which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the 1 V3 matches up against the NEX-3N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V3 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Sony NEX-3N
1 V3 | NEX-3N | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+577k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Nikon 1 V3
NEX-3N | 1 V3 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 V3 and Sony NEX-3N
1 V3 | NEX-3N | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V3 has got exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check the Nikon 1 V3 versus Sony NEX-3N in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 V3 vs the NEX-3N.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V3 and NEX-3N is 87 and 89 respectively.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V3 and NEX-3N.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V3 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon 1 V3 will result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer 1 V3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Nikon 1 V3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 V3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-03-13 | 2013-02-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4A | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
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 | 171 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Available lenses | 13 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 grams (0.84 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 384 | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 pictures | 480 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20a | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $997 | $399 |