Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Updated by Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Launched December 2013
- Updated by Panasonic GM5

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

The 1 V1 was launched 23 months prior to the GM1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 V1 grades vs the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Panasonic GM1
1 V1 | GM1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Nikon 1 V1
GM1 | 1 V1 | |||
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Launched | December 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 1036k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic GM1
1 V1 | GM1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V1 has outside dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 V1 against the GM1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and GM1 is 84 and 93 respectively.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V1 and GM1.
As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic GM1 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older 1 V1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Nikon 1 V1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon 1 V1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-01-20 | 2013-12-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/50s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 pounds) | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 346 | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 230 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $670 | $750 |