Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF8

Following is a complete overview of the Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V1 was brought out 5 years prior to the GF8 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 1 V1 matches up versus the GF8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V1 has external 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 GF8 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 1 V1 compared to the GF8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and GF8 is 84 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and GF8.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GF8 will offer more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.