Nikon 1 V2 vs Nikon A100

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon 1 V2 versus Nikon A100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and A100 (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and A100 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V2 was launched 4 years prior to the A100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon A100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1 V2 grades vs the A100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V2 & Nikon Coolpix A100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Nikon A100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V2 features outside measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Nikon A100 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 V2 versus Nikon A100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 1 V2 and the A100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V2 and A100 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V2 and A100.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon A100 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 V2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.