Nikon 1 S2 vs Sony ZV-E10

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon 1 S2 and Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and ZV-E10 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The 1 S2 was manufactured 8 years before the ZV-E10 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 S2 scores against the ZV-E10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S2 & Sony ZV-E10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S2 offers external 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 ZV-E10 has dimensions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 S2 and the ZV-E10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and ZV-E10 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S2 and ZV-E10.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 S2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony ZV-E10 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 9.8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 1 S2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.