Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E1
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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
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.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe 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.
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.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.
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 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.
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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 |