Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon 1 V3 versus Sony NEX-C3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very well matched but the 1 V3 (1") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 V3 was brought out 2 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 1 V3 grades vs the NEX-C3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V3 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V3 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 V3 versus Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 V3 vs the NEX-C3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V3 and NEX-C3 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V3 and NEX-C3.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V3 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon 1 V3 will give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent 1 V3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.