Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon D80

Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon D80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the D80 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 S1 (1") and D80 (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The 1 S1 was unveiled 6 years later than the D80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1 S1 matches up vs the D80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S1 & Nikon D80. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Nikon D80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S1 has outside measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon D80 has sizing of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 S1 versus the D80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S1 and D80 is 92 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S1 and D80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The 1 S1 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The more modern 1 S1 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.