Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony ZV-E1

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony ZV-E1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is fairly close but the 1 S1 (1") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S1 was brought out 10 years earlier than the ZV-E1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 1 S1 scores against the ZV-E1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 and Sony ZV-E1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 S1 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 S1 against the ZV-E1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S1 and ZV-E1 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S1 and ZV-E1.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony ZV-E1 will render more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.