Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1").

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The 1 V1 was released 9 months earlier than the 1 V2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 V1 grades versus the 1 V2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 & Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 offers outside measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon 1 V2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 V1 versus the 1 V2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V1 and 1 V2 is 84 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and 1 V2.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon 1 V2 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 1 V1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.