Nikon 1 S2 vs Panasonic GF8

Below is a detailed overview of the Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the 1 S2 (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S2 was introduced 21 months earlier than the GF8 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the 1 S2 grades against the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 S2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S2 comes with external measurements 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 GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 S2 and Panasonic GF8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 S2 compared to the GF8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S2 and GF8 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S2 and GF8.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 S2 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GF8 will give extra detail using its extra 1.8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 1 S2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.