Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic GF8

Let's look closer at the Nikon 1 J1 versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J1 was launched 5 years before the GF8 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 J1 scores vs the GF8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J1 has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 J1 versus Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the GF8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and GF8 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J1 and GF8.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic GF8 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 1 J1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.