Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic GM5

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and GM5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J1 was manufactured 3 years before the GM5 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 1 J1 matches up vs the GM5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 comes with external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the GM5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and GM5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J1 and GM5.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will give more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.