Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony NEX-5R

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 V2 (1") and NEX-5R (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V2 was unveiled 2 months later than the NEX-5R which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the 1 V2 matches up vs the NEX-5R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V2 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V2 has got outside measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 V2 versus the NEX-5R.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and NEX-5R is 85 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and NEX-5R.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V2 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony NEX-5R will provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.