Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G10

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic G10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the G10 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 V1 (1") and G10 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V1 was launched 18 months after the G10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 V1 scores vs the G10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V1 has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic G10 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic G10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 V1 and the G10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and G10 is 84 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and G10.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G10 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger 1 V1 should have an advantage in sensor tech.