Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF6

Below is a complete assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and GF6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J2 was introduced 8 months earlier than the GF6 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 1 J2 grades versus the GF6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 J2 compared to the GF6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and GF6 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J2 and GF6.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GF6 will produce more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older 1 J2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.