Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G5

Below is a extensive assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and G5 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and G5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The 1 J2 was released around the same time to the G5 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1 J2 grades versus the G5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J2 has physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic G5 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 J2 vs the G5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and G5 is 91 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and G5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G5 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.