Nikon 1 S2 vs Sigma fp

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon 1 S2 and Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and fp (25MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and fp (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S2 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the fp which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 S2 matches up against the fp with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 & Sigma fp. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 S2 and Sigma fp in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 S2 vs the fp.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S2 and fp is 93 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S2 and fp.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S2 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sigma fp will offer you more detail having an extra 10.8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 1 S2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.