Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7
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![Nikon 1 V2 front Nikon 1 V2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-V2-ek-fs.jpg)
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 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
- Superseded the Nikon 1 V1
- Updated by Nikon 1 V3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Updated by Sony A7 II
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and A7 (24MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and A7 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.
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The 1 V2 was manufactured 15 months before the A7 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1 V2 scores versus the A7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Sony A7
1 V2 | A7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Nikon 1 V2
A7 | 1 V2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | October 2012 | More modern by 15 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V2 and Sony A7
1 V2 | A7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V2 comes with exterior dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 V2 against the A7.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and A7 is 85 and 78 respectively.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V2 and A7.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A7 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 V2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Nikon 1 V2 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 V2 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-10-24 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3A | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 73 | 117 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 15.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 278g (0.61 pounds) | 474g (1.04 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | 403 | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 shots | 340 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL21 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $599 | $798 |