Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic ZS100

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic ZS100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and ZS100 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1").

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The 1 J2 was launched 4 years prior to the ZS100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1 J2 grades vs the ZS100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J2 vs Panasonic ZS100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 J2 vs the ZS100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and ZS100 is 91 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J2 and ZS100.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS100 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older 1 J2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.