Canon M vs Nikon 1 V2

Below, we will be comparing the Canon M versus Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the M (18MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the M (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The M was released 3 months prior to the 1 V2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M grades versus the 1 V2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M and Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon M enjoys external measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Canon M versus Nikon 1 V2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M compared to the 1 V2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and 1 V2 is 89 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M and 1 V2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon M will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.