Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic G5

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the G5 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 J3 (1") and G5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The 1 J3 was launched 17 months later than the G5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1 J3 grades vs the G5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J3 offers outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic G5 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic G5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J3 against the G5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and G5 is 92 and 74 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J3 and G5.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J3 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G5 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 1 J3 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.