Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the 1 V2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1").

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The 1 S2 was announced 20 months after the 1 V2 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 1 S2 scores versus the 1 V2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 and Nikon 1 V2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S2 features physical measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V2 has specifications of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 S2 against the 1 V2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S2 and 1 V2 is 93 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S2 and 1 V2.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon 1 S2 to offer you extra detail with its extra 0.2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher 1 S2 should have an edge in sensor technology.