Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon 1 V2

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon 1 V2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the 1 V2 (14MP) is relatively similar but the SD980 IS (1/2.3") and 1 V2 (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The SD980 IS was launched 4 years prior to the 1 V2 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SD980 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD980 IS grades against the 1 V2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SD980 IS has got physical measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SD980 IS versus the 1 V2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and 1 V2 is 95 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD980 IS and 1 V2.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SD980 IS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon 1 V2 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older SD980 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.