Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Introduced May 2014
- Replaced the Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Old Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 V3
Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Nikon 1 V2
1 S2 | 1 V2 | |||
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Launched | May 2014 | October 2012 | More modern by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Nikon 1 S2
1 V2 | 1 S2 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S2 and Nikon 1 V2
1 S2 | 1 V2 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
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.
Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Nikon 1 S2 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon 1 S2 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-05-21 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4A | Expeed 3A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.1 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 115.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14.2 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3072 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 73 |
Cross focus points | 73 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 13 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) | 278 gr (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | 310 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL22 | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $450 | $599 |