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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600

Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
60
Overall
51
Nikon 1 S2 front
 
Sony Alpha a6600 front
Portability
77
Imaging
69
Features
96
Overall
79

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Key Specs

Nikon 1 S2
(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
  • Released May 2014
  • Earlier Model is Nikon 1 S1
Sony A6600
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
  • Released August 2019
  • New Model is Sony A6700
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Overview

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony A6600, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and A6600 (24MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and A6600 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S2 was brought out 6 years before the A6600 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1 S2 scores versus the A6600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Sony A6600

 1 S2 A6600 

Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Nikon 1 S2

 A6600 1 S2 
ReleasedAugust 2019May 2014More modern by 64 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution922k460kClearer display (+462k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony A6600

 1 S2 A6600 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display size3"3"Same display sizing

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S2 features 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 Sony A6600 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony A6600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 S2 vs the A6600.

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and A6600 is 93 and 77 respectively.

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S2 and A6600.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 S2 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A6600 will show extra detail having its extra 9.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 1 S2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon 1 S2
Portrait photography with Sony A6600
60
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (14.2 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
features face detect focusing
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
81
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 S2 Street photography features
Sony A6600 Street photography features
71
good sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than average (190g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
83
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
features touch focus
weather sealing
very good ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon 1 S2
Sports photography with Sony A6600
60
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
max frames per second high (60.0 frames per second)
megapixel count decent (14.2 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
features tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (270 per charge)
84
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
weather sealing
better than average battery life (810 CIPA)
supports phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon 1 S2
Travel photography with Sony A6600
66
lighter than average (190 grams)
megapixel count decent (14.2 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
terrible battery pack (270 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
84
better than average battery life (810 CIPA)
weather sealing
has bluetooth
features touch focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon 1 S2
Landscape photography with Sony A6600
60
you can focus manually
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14.2MP)
good sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (270 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
85
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
very good ISO range (32,000)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
better than average battery life (810 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 S2 Vlogging features
Sony A6600 Vlogging features
33
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (190g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
lack of microphone support
84
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external microphone port
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 S2 and Sony A6600
 Nikon 1 S2Sony Alpha a6600
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon 1 S2 Sony Alpha a6600
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2014-05-21 2019-08-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed 4A Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" APS-C
Sensor measurements 13.1 x 8.8mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 115.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 14.2MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4592 x 3072 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 32000
Maximum enhanced ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 171 425
Cross type focus points 73 -
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon 1 Sony E
Number of lenses 13 121
Crop factor 2.7 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.71x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 60.0 frames per sec 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash options Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 190g (0.42 lb) 503g (1.11 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1497
Other
Battery life 270 pictures 810 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL22 NP-FZ1000
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $450 $1,198