Nikon 1 V3 vs Nikon 1 V1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon 1 V3 and the Nikon 1 V1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon 1 V3 was introduced in March 2014 and Nikon 1 V1 was introduced in January 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon 1 V3 over Nikon 1 V1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon 1 V1 over Nikon 1 V3.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon 1 V3 and Nikon 1 V1 have 3.0" screens with 1,037k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively. Nikon 1 V3 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Nikon 1 V1 has a Fixed screen Nikon 1 V3 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Viewfinder

Nikon 1 V1 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage.Nikon 1 V3 does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

Nikon 1 V3 features a 18.4 megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 116.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 160 - 12,800. Nikon 1 V1 features a 10.1 megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 77.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Nikon 1 V3 is equipped with EXPEED 4A processor and can take pictures up to 5232 x 3488 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3920 x 2616, 2608 x 1744 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Nikon 1 V1 can take pictures up to 3872 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3840 x 2160, 2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Cameras have Nikon 1 lens mount. Due to their 1-inch sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 2.7x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2.7.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Nikon 1 V3 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon 1 V1 nothing can be done. On Nikon 1 V1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon 1 V3 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon 1 V3

Nikon 1 V3 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Nikon 1 V3 has a Mini HDMI and Nikon 1 V1 has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon 1 V3 comes with EN-EL20a battery pack with battery life of 310 shots and Nikon 1 V1 comes with EN-EL15 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

External Storage Slots

Nikon 1 V3 has a single MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Nikon 1 V1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Nikon 1 V3 and Nikon 1 V1 have Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane mechanical shutter and electronic. shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on both models. Nikon 1 V3 can shoot continuously up to 60.0 fps. Nikon 1 V1 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Focusing

Both cameras have Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
AF-assist illuminator system with Nikon 1 V3 having 171 focusing points and with Nikon 1 V1 having 135 focusing points and ..

Flash

Nikon 1 V3 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m at ISO 100 and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. Nikon 1 V1 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on both cameras.

Nikon 1 V3 body has dimensions of 111 x 65 x 33 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.3") and Nikon 1 V1 body has dimensions of 113 x 76 x 44 mm (4.45 x 2.99 x 1.71"). Nikon 1 V3 weighs 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz) and Nikon 1 V1 weighs 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz).

Nikon 1 V3

Nikon 1 V1

111 mm

65 mm

113 mm

76 mm

65 mm

76 mm

33 mm

44 mm