Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic G2

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the G2 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the 1 V1 (1") and G2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor size.

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The 1 V1 was announced 19 months after the G2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the 1 V1 grades against the G2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 has got outside measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic G2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 V1 vs the G2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and G2 is 84 and 72 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and G2.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic G2 will resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher 1 V1 provides an edge in sensor tech.