Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced August 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 J1
- New Model is Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Revealed October 2009
- Updated by Panasonic GF2
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 J2 (1") and GF1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe 1 J2 was released 2 years after the GF1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1 J2 grades against the GF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Panasonic GF1
1 J2 | GF1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | October 2009 | More modern by 35 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Nikon 1 J2
GF1 | 1 J2 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic GF1
1 J2 | GF1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 features outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic GF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 1 J2 and the GF1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and GF1 is 91 and 85 respectively.
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and GF1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J2 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GF1 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer 1 J2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-08-09 | 2009-10-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 13 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/60 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 238 gr (0.52 lb) | 385 gr (0.85 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | 363 | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 380 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $550 | $400 |