Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5
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![Nikon 1 AW1 front Nikon 1 AW1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon_1_AW1_0.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5/Panasonic-GM5-front.jpg)
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Launched September 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic GM1
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 AW1 (1") and GM5 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.
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The 1 AW1 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the GM5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 AW1 grades versus the GM5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 AW1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Panasonic GM5
1 AW1 | GM5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Nikon 1 AW1
GM5 | 1 AW1 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | September 2013 | More recent by 12 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 AW1 and Panasonic GM5
1 AW1 | GM5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 AW1 provides exterior measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 AW1 compared to the GM5.
![Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 size comparison Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-AW1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 AW1 and GM5 is 86 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-AW1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 AW1 and GM5.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 AW1 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older 1 AW1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-AW1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-AW1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-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 AW1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Nikon 1 AW1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 AW1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-09-19 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXPEED 3A | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/60s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 grams (0.78 lb) | 211 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | 428 | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 220 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $966 |