Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic GX85

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and GX85 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The 1 J2 was manufactured 4 years prior to the GX85 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 1 J2 scores versus the GX85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 has got outside 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 GX85 has measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J2 versus Panasonic GX85 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 J2 and the GX85.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and GX85 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and GX85.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GX85 will give you more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older 1 J2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.