Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-F3

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-F3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is very close but the 1 V3 (1") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The 1 V3 was brought out 20 months after the NEX-F3 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 1 V3 matches up versus the NEX-F3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V3 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V3 enjoys outside 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-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 V3 vs Sony NEX-F3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 V3 and the NEX-F3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V3 and NEX-F3 is 87 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and NEX-F3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V3 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon 1 V3 will result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern 1 V3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.