Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic GX7

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and GX7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J1 was unveiled 21 months earlier than the GX7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the 1 J1 scores against the GX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J1 enjoys external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has sizing of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 J1 and Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the GX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and GX7 is 91 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J1 and GX7.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GX7 will result in more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 will be behind in sensor tech.