Nikon 1 V1 vs Panasonic GX7

Here is a complete overview of the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic GX7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and GX7 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The 1 V1 was announced 21 months earlier than the GX7 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1 V1 scores against the GX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V1 enjoys physical measurements 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 GX7 has dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 V1 versus Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 V1 vs the GX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and GX7 is 84 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and GX7.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V1 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX7 will result in greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older 1 V1 will be behind in sensor innovation.