Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon 1 V2

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon 1 V2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the 1 V2 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and 1 V2 (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The SX50 HS was introduced 3 months later than the 1 V2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX50 HS scores vs the 1 V2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Nikon 1 V2. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX50 HS has outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V2 has specifications of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon 1 V2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX50 HS vs the 1 V2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and 1 V2 is 65 and 85 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and 1 V2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX50 HS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon 1 V2 will provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.