Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF6

The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and GF6 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The 1 V1 was released 14 months before the GF6 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 1 V1 scores vs the GF6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V1 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic GF6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 V1 and the GF6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and GF6 is 84 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V1 and GF6.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V1 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GF6 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 will be behind in sensor tech.