Nikon 1 S2 vs Sigma fp L

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon 1 S2 and Sigma fp L, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and fp L (61MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and fp L (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

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The 1 S2 was revealed 7 years before the fp L which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 1 S2 matches up vs the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S2 & Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S2 offers outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 S2 and Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 S2 versus the fp L.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S2 and fp L is 93 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S2 and fp L.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S2 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 46.8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 1 S2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.