Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T 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
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Introduced August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 V3 (1") and NEX-5T (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 V3 was manufactured 7 months after the NEX-5T and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1 V3 grades versus the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V3 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Sony NEX-5T
1 V3 | NEX-5T | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | August 2013 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 922k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Nikon 1 V3
NEX-5T | 1 V3 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V3 and Sony NEX-5T
1 V3 | NEX-5T | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V3 has got physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check the Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 V3 compared to the NEX-5T.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V3 and NEX-5T is 87 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V3 and NEX-5T.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V3 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Nikon 1 V3 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent 1 V3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Nikon 1 V3 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 V3 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-03-13 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 4A | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 gr (0.84 lb) | 276 gr (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 384 | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | 330 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20a | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $997 | $400 |