Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF5
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF5 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
- Announced January 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Superseded the Panasonic GF3
- Newer Model is Panasonic GF6
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Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 V1 (1") and GF5 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 1 V1 was announced 2 months before the GF5 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1 V1 scores against the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Panasonic GF5
| 1 V1 | GF5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Nikon 1 V1
| GF5 | 1 V1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic GF5
| 1 V1 | GF5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | April 2012 | Same age |
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic GF5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 V1 and the GF5.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and GF5 is 84 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and GF5.
All in all, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 V1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF5 will provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
| Nikon 1 V1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon 1 V1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2012-01-20 | 2012-04-05 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 135 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 13 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 383 gr (0.84 lb) | 267 gr (0.59 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 54 | 50 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 20.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 10.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 346 | 573 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photos | 360 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $670 | $600 |
