Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced April 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J3
- Successor is Nikon 1 J5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Announced February 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF6
- Replacement is Panasonic GF8
Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 J4 versus Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 J4 (1") and GF7 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 1 J4 was revealed 9 months earlier than the GF7 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 1 J4 matches up against the GF7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Panasonic GF7
1 J4 | GF7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Nikon 1 J4
GF7 | 1 J4 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | April 2014 | Newer by 9 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Clearer screen (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J4 and Panasonic GF7
1 J4 | GF7 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J4 offers external 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 GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon 1 J4 versus Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J4 versus the GF7.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and GF7 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and GF7.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J4 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon 1 J4 will produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged 1 J4 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Nikon 1 J4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon 1 J4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-04-10 | 2015-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 23 |
Cross type focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 13 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,037k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232g (0.51 pounds) | 266g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 230 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL22 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $600 | $308 |