Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Launched January 2012
- Successor is Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V1
- Replacement is Nikon 1 V3

Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
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").

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.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Nikon 1 V2
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Nikon 1 V1
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Launched | October 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 9 months |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon 1 V2
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
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.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
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.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon 1 V1 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-01-20 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed 3A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Available lenses | 13 | 13 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 278g (0.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | 346 | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 310 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $670 | $599 |