Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G6

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and G6 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and G6 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J2 was announced 8 months earlier than the G6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1 J2 scores against the G6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 offers physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 J2 against the G6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and G6 is 91 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and G6.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J2 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G6 will give more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.