Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Released June 2013
- Successor is Nikon 1 S2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Superseded the Panasonic GM1
Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 1 S1 was launched 15 months prior to the GM5 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1 S1 scores against the GM5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Panasonic GM5
1 S1 | GM5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Nikon 1 S1
GM5 | 1 S1 | |||
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Revealed | September 2014 | June 2013 | More modern by 15 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S1 and Panasonic GM5
1 S1 | GM5 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S1 has got exterior 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 GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 S1 and the GM5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and GM5 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and GM5.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 S1 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Nikon 1 S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 15.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/60 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 pounds) | 211g (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | 397 | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $231 | $966 |