Nikon 1 S2
Announced May 14, 2014
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Reviewer Consensus
Good
The Nikon 1 S2 is a highly portable, compact camera that delivers impressive image quality and responsive autofocus for its size. That said, the device relies heavily on an automated shooting experience, as its menu-dependent controls and lack of physical dials make manual adjustments cumbersome.
Weighted from 4 reviewer scores
Early scores
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- High-quality stills and video capture
- Responsive performance with fast hybrid autofocus
- Capable lens performance with sharp detail
- Advanced creative features like 400fps slow-motion and selective color
Cons
- Poor interface design lacking dedicated mode, ISO, or control dials
- Inconsistent focus tracking and lens zoom management
- Limited hardware features such as no built-in Wi-Fi and a non-articulated LCD
- Ergonomic issues including a slippery grip and difficult battery access
- Inadequate built-in microphone and flash performance
- Launch price $449.95 (USD)
- Sensor 14.2MP 1-inch CMOS
- Video 1080p 59.94p
- Burst 60 fps electronic 6 fps mechanical
What the Reviewers Say
All 4 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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[It's] ideal for a wide variety of shooting situations, such as sports or other action shots, but also makes it an ideal choice for anyone who simply wants to make sure they capture every moment.
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The Nikon 1 S2 is the new entry-level model in Nikon's compact system camera range, but it's actually a very capable camera that offers most of the same features as the mid-range J4 model at around [...]
- Digital Trends 6/10
At $450, the Nikon 1 S2 seems like a good deal, but look beyond the price and you’ll see it is sacrificing a lot to save very little money.
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The Nikon 1 S2 doesn't have everything you'd want, it does offer a lot more than I expected. The awkwardness of adjusting the controls make it best for auto shooting, which it's very good at.
