Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM5

Below, we are looking at the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and GM5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J2 was introduced 3 years earlier than the GM5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 1 J2 scores vs the GM5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J2 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GM5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 1 J2 and the GM5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and GM5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J2 and GM5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J2 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic GM5 will give you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.