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Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon 1 J2 front
 
Nikon 1 S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
41
Features
56
Overall
47

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs

Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
  • Revealed August 2012
  • Old Model is Nikon 1 J1
  • Replacement is Nikon 1 J3
Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
  • Announced June 2013
  • New Model is Nikon 1 S2
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 versus Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the 1 S1 (10MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1").

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The 1 J2 was revealed 10 months before the 1 S1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 1 J2 grades against the 1 S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Nikon 1 S1

 1 J2 1 S1 
Display resolution921k460kClearer display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Nikon 1 J2

 1 S1 1 J2 
AnnouncedJune 2013August 2012More modern by 10 months

Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon 1 S1

 1 J2 1 S1 
Manually focus More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J2 compared to the 1 S1.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and 1 S1 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J2 and 1 S1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon 1 S1 Portrait photography highlights
48
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
48
manual focus
sensor size is nice (1")
delivers RAW files
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Street photography factors
Nikon 1 S1 Street photography factors
69
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than competition (238g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
69
sensor size is nice (1")
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition (197 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon 1 S1 as a Sports photography camera
48
silent shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
nice sensor size (1")
provides tracking focus
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
bad battery pack (230 shots)
49
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
sensor size is nice (1")
includes tracking autofocus
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
low battery life (220 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Travel photography factors
Nikon 1 S1 Travel photography factors
60
lighter than competition (238g)
has built in flash
bad battery pack (230 shots)
MP count low (10MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
61
lighter than competition (197 grams)
has built in flash
low battery life (220 CIPA)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Landscape photography information
Nikon 1 S1 Landscape photography information
56
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
bad battery pack (230 per charge)
56
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
sensor size is nice (1")
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
low battery life (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon 1 J2
Vlogging with Nikon 1 S1
30
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (238g)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
no mic port
30
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (197 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have external mic port
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon 1 S1
 Nikon 1 J2Nikon 1 S1
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon 1 J2 Nikon 1 S1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2012-08-09 2013-06-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed 3 -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1"
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3872 x 2592 3872 x 2592
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 135 135
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon 1 Nikon 1
Number of lenses 13 13
Focal length multiplier 2.7 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 921k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/16000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames/s 15.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.00 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/60s 1/60s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 238 grams (0.52 lbs) 197 grams (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 54 56
DXO Color Depth score 21.3 21.4
DXO Dynamic range score 10.8 11.1
DXO Low light score 363 397
Other
Battery life 230 images 220 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL20 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $550 $231