Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1
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45 Features
60 Overall
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![Nikon 1 S2 front Nikon 1 S2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-1-S2/Nikon-1-S2-front.jpg)
![Sony ZV-E1 front Sony ZV-E1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-ZV-E1/Sony-ZV-E1-front.jpg)
80 Imaging
67 Features
89 Overall
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced May 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Announced March 2023
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony ZV-E1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 S2 (1") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.
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The 1 S2 was announced 9 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1 S2 grades versus the ZV-E1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 and Sony ZV-E1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Sony ZV-E1
1 S2 | ZV-E1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Nikon 1 S2
ZV-E1 | 1 S2 | |||
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Announced | March 2023 | ![]() | May 2014 | Fresher by 107 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony ZV-E1
1 S2 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical screen size |
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 S2 has got outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Check the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony ZV-E1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 1 S2 and the ZV-E1.
![Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-S2-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 S2 and ZV-E1 is 93 and 80 respectively.
![Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-S2-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S2 and ZV-E1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 S2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon 1 S2 will produce greater detail with its extra 2.2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older 1 S2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-S2-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-S2-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Nikon 1 S2 | Sony ZV-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 S2 | Sony ZV-E1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-05-21 | 2023-03-29 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.1 x 8.8mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 115.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14.2 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3072 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 759 |
Cross focus points | 73 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Available lenses | 13 | 195 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3.00" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) | 483 grams (1.06 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | 570 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL22 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $450 | $2,198 |