Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 S2

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon 1 J1 and Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1").

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The 1 J1 was announced 3 years earlier than the 1 S2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 1 J1 grades against the 1 S2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J1 & Nikon 1 S2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J1 provides outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S2 has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 J1 and Nikon 1 S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the 1 S2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and 1 S2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J1 and 1 S2.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon 1 S2 to resolve extra detail with its extra 4.2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.