Nikon 1 V2 vs Sony NEX-5R

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon 1 V2 and the Sony NEX-5R, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon 1 V2 was introduced in October 2012 and Sony NEX-5R was introduced in August 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon 1 V2 over Sony NEX-5R.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony NEX-5R over Nikon 1 V2.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon 1 V2 and Sony NEX-5R have 3.0" screens with 921k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively. Nikon 1 V2 has a Fixed screen Sony NEX-5R has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Sony NEX-5R also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Sony NEX-5R) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Viewfinder

Nikon 1 V2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage.Sony NEX-5R does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

Nikon 1 V2 features a 14.2 megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 116.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 160 - 6,400. Sony NEX-5R features a 16.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.4 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Nikon 1 V2 is equipped with EXPEED 3A processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3072 resolution. Sony NEX-5R is equipped with BIONZ processor and can take pictures up to 4912 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4912 x 2760, 3568 x 2368, 3568 x 2000, 2448 x 1624, 2448 x 1376 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Nikon 1 V2 has Nikon 1 lens mount and Sony NEX-5R has Sony E lens mount. Due to 1-inch sensor in Nikon 1 V2 its crop factor is equal to 2.7x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2.7. Due to APS-C sensor in Sony NEX-5R its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Nikon 1 V2 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Sony NEX-5R nothing can be done. On Sony NEX-5R it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon 1 V2 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Sony NEX-5R

Sony NEX-5R has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Nikon 1 V2 has an HDMI and Sony NEX-5R has a Mini Type C HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon 1 V2 comes with EN-EL21 battery pack with battery life of 310 shots and Sony NEX-5R comes with NPFW50 battery pack with battery life of 330 shots.

External Storage Slots

Nikon 1 V2 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Sony NEX-5R has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo card slot.

Shutter

Nikon 1 V2 has Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane mechanical shutter and electronic shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Nikon 1 V2, and up to 1/4000 sec on Sony NEX-5R. Nikon 1 V2 can shoot continuously up to 15.0 fps. Sony NEX-5R can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Focusing

Nikon 1 V2 has Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
AF-assist illuminator system with 73 focusing points and Sony NEX-5R has 99 focusing points..

Flash

Nikon 1 V2 has a built-in flash and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. Sony NEX-5R has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Proprietary. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Nikon 1 V2 and 1/160 sec on Sony NEX-5R.

Nikon 1 V2 body has dimensions of 109 x 82 x 46 mm (4.29 x 3.23 x 1.81") and Sony NEX-5R body has dimensions of 111 x 59 x 39 mm (4.37 x 2.32 x 1.54"). Nikon 1 V2 weighs 278 g (0.61 lb / 9.81 oz) and Sony NEX-5R weighs 276 g (0.61 lb / 9.74 oz).

Nikon 1 V2

Sony NEX-5R

109 mm

82 mm

111 mm

59 mm

82 mm

59 mm