Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G100

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.