Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony A6700

Let's look more closely at the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony A6700, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and A6700 (26MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and A6700 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S2 was revealed 10 years prior to the A6700 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 S2 grades vs the A6700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 and Sony Alpha a6700. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S2 provides outer dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony A6700 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony A6700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1 S2 compared to the A6700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and A6700 is 93 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S2 and A6700.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 S2 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A6700 will render more detail because of its extra 11.8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 S2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.