Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GF8

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J2 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the GF8 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 J2 grades vs the GF8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J2 has outside 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 GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J2 compared to the GF8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and GF8 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and GF8.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic GF8 will offer more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older 1 J2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.