Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF6

Below is a thorough analysis of the Nikon 1 J4 versus Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 J4 (1") and GF6 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J4 was launched 13 months later than the GF6 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 J4 grades against the GF6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J4 enjoys outer 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) while the Panasonic GF6 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 J4 versus Panasonic GF6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 J4 vs the GF6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and GF6 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and GF6.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J4 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer 1 J4 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.