Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Released January 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Introduced June 2020

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and G100 (20MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and G100 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

The 1 V1 was unveiled 9 years earlier than the G100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1 V1 grades against the G100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Panasonic G100
1 V1 | G100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Nikon 1 V1
G100 | 1 V1 | |||
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Introduced | June 2020 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 102 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+919k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic G100
1 V1 | G100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V1 has outer measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic G100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 V1 against the G100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and G100 is 84 and 81 respectively.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and G100.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G100 will provide more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Nikon 1 V1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 V1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-20 | 2020-06-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 1,840 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 lbs) | 352 gr (0.78 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 346 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 270 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $670 | $698 |