Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic G100

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon 1 J4 and Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the G100 (20MP) is very comparable but the 1 J4 (1") and G100 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J4 was revealed 7 years before the G100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1 J4 matches up vs the G100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J4 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J4 features physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic G100 has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J4 and the G100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J4 and G100 is 92 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J4 and G100.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J4 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic G100 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older 1 J4 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.