Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V1

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the 1 V1 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The 1 S1 was revealed 18 months after the 1 V1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1 S1 matches up against the 1 V1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 V1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S1 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V1 has specifications of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 V1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 S1 versus the 1 V1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and 1 V1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S1 and 1 V1.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger 1 S1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.