Nikon 1 S2 vs Panasonic GF1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty close but the 1 S2 (1") and GF1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S2 was brought out 4 years after the GF1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1 S2 grades versus the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S2 has got outer dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has sizing of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic GF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 1 S2 compared to the GF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S2 and GF1 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S2 and GF1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Nikon 1 S2 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 2.2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer 1 S2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.