Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic G1

Below is a extended overview of the Nikon 1 S1 and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the G1 (12MP) is very well matched but the 1 S1 (1") and G1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 S1 was brought out 4 years later than the G1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the 1 S1 scores vs the G1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S1 offers external measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 S1 and Panasonic G1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 S1 compared to the G1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and G1 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and G1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 S1 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic G1 will give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer 1 S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.