Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the G1 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 J2 (1") and G1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J2 was launched 3 years later than the G1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1 J2 matches up versus the G1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J2 offers external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the 1 J2 against the G1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and G1 is 91 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J2 and G1.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic G1 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher 1 J2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.