Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed June 2013
- New Model is Nikon 1 S2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 V1
- New Model is Nikon 1 V3

Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon 1 S1 versus Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1").

The 1 S1 was brought out 8 months later than the 1 V2 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 S1 scores versus the 1 V2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 V2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Nikon 1 V2
1 S1 | 1 V2 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | October 2012 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Nikon 1 S1
1 V2 | 1 S1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 V2
1 S1 | 1 V2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S1 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V2 has measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 S1 versus Nikon 1 V2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 S1 compared to the 1 V2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and 1 V2 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and 1 V2.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon 1 V2 to give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent 1 S1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Nikon 1 S1 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon 1 S1 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed 3A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Available lenses | 13 | 13 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 15.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/60s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) | 278 gr (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 56 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 397 | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 310 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $231 | $599 |