Nikon 1 S2 vs Panasonic G2

Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon 1 S2 versus Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the G2 (12MP) is very close but the 1 S2 (1") and G2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S2 was unveiled 3 years after the G2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the 1 S2 matches up versus the G2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S2 comes with outer measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 S2 versus Panasonic G2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 S2 against the G2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S2 and G2 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S2 and G2.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S2 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon 1 S2 will provide you with more detail having an extra 2.2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher 1 S2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.