Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic GX85

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 J1 versus Panasonic GX85, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and GX85 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J1 was unveiled 5 years prior to the GX85 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1 J1 scores vs the GX85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J1 offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX85 has proportions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J1 versus Panasonic GX85 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 J1 against the GX85.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and GX85 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J1 and GX85.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J1 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX85 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.