Nikon 1 J5 vs Panasonic GM1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon 1 J5 vs Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the 1 J5 (1") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J5 was announced 16 months after the GM1 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 1 J5 scores vs the GM1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J5 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 J5 and the GM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and GM1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J5 and GM1.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J5 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon 1 J5 will resolve extra detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer 1 J5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.