Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Released January 2012
- Replacement is Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G2
- New Model is Panasonic G5
Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and G3 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and G3 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe 1 J1 was manufactured 7 months later than the G3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 J1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1 J1 matches up versus the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Panasonic G3
1 J1 | G3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Nikon 1 J1
G3 | 1 J1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic G3
1 J1 | G3 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J1 features outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the G3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and G3 is 91 and 83 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J1 and G3.
As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic G3 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent 1 J1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Nikon 1 J1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 J1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-20 | 2011-07-11 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 13 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/60 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 234 gr (0.52 lb) | 336 gr (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | 372 | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 270 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $625 | $500 |