Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G100

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and G100 (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and G100 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J2 was brought out 8 years earlier than the G100 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1 J2 grades against the G100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J2 provides external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic G100 has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic G100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 1 J2 against the G100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and G100 is 91 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and G100.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G100 will provide greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older 1 J2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.