Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GX850

Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is fairly similar but the 1 J4 (1") and GX850 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J4 was released 3 years earlier than the GX850 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 1 J4 scores versus the GX850 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J4 offers external dimensions 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 GX850 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 J4 vs Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the 1 J4 compared to the GX850.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and GX850 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J4 and GX850.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 J4 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older 1 J4 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.