Nikon 1 S2 vs Panasonic G1

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the G1 (12MP) is very close but the 1 S2 (1") and G1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

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The 1 S2 was manufactured 5 years later than the G1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 1 S2 scores against the G1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 has got outer dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic G1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 S2 versus the G1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and G1 is 93 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S2 and G1.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 S2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 S2 will result in extra detail due to its extra 2.2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger 1 S2 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.