Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Old Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 V3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018
Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon 1 V2 versus Ricoh G900, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and G900 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The 1 V2 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 1 V2 scores against the G900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V2 & Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Ricoh G900
1 V2 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon 1 V2
G900 | 1 V2 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | October 2012 | Fresher by 64 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V2 and Ricoh G900
1 V2 | G900 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V2 enjoys outer measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Nikon 1 V2 versus Ricoh G900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 V2 against the G900.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and G900 is 85 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and G900.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V2 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh G900 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older 1 V2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Nikon 1 V2 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon 1 V2 | Ricoh G900 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-10-24 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 73 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 13 | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 15.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 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) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | Optional | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 278 gr (0.61 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 403 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | 340 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL21 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $599 | $752 |