Canon R10 vs Nikon 1 V2

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon R10 and Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the R10 (24MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the R10 (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The R10 was brought out 9 years later than the 1 V2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the R10 scores vs the 1 V2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R10 and Nikon 1 V2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R10 Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon R10 comes with physical dimensions of 123mm x 88mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V2 has dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check the Canon R10 and Nikon 1 V2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the R10 versus the 1 V2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R10 and 1 V2 is 69 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R10 and 1 V2.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R10 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon R10 will offer greater detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent R10 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.