Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic GX8

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic GX8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the 1 J3 (1") and GX8 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J3 was released 19 months before the GX8 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 J3 matches up vs the GX8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J3 has got external measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J3 against the GX8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and GX8 is 92 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J3 and GX8.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J3 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GX8 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older 1 J3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.