Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM1
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM1 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
- Released August 2012
- Replaced the Nikon 1 J1
- Successor is Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Introduced December 2013
- Newer Model is Panasonic GM5
Photography Glossary Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 1 J2 was announced 16 months earlier than the GM1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1 J2 grades versus the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Panasonic GM1
| 1 J2 | GM1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Nikon 1 J2
| GM1 | 1 J2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | December 2013 |  | August 2012 | Newer by 16 months |
| Screen resolution | 1036k |  | 921k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic GM1
| 1 J2 | GM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 J2 and Panasonic GM1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J2 and the GM1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and GM1 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and GM1.
All in all, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J2 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GM1 will give you extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2012-08-09 | 2013-12-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 13 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/50 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 238 grams (0.52 lb) | 204 grams (0.45 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 54 | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 11.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | 363 | 660 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 images | 230 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $550 | $750 |