Nikon 1 V2 vs Nikon Z8

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon 1 V2 and Nikon Z8, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and Z8 (46MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and Z8 (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V2 was revealed 11 years prior to the Z8 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the 1 V2 scores vs the Z8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V2 & Nikon Z8. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Nikon Z8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V2 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z8 has measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 V2 and Nikon Z8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 V2 compared to the Z8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and Z8 is 85 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V2 and Z8.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V2 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon Z8 will result in greater detail because of its extra 32 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older 1 V2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.