Nikon 1 S2 vs Panasonic GX85

Following is a extended overview of the Nikon 1 S2 vs Panasonic GX85, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly similar but the 1 S2 (1") and GX85 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 S2 was announced 22 months earlier than the GX85 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1 S2 scores versus the GX85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 offers exterior dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 S2 against the GX85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and GX85 is 93 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S2 and GX85.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 S2 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic GX85 will offer greater detail with its extra 1.8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged 1 S2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.