Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95
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![Nikon 1 V2 front Nikon 1 V2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-V2-ek-fs.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G95/Panasonic-G95-front.jpg)
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Older Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Replacement is Nikon 1 V3
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 536g - 130 x 94 x 77mm
- Released April 2019
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-G90
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G85
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic G95, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and G95 (20.3MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and G95 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.
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The 1 V2 was released 7 years before the G95 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 1 V2 grades versus the G95 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Panasonic G95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Panasonic G95
1 V2 | G95 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G95 over the Nikon 1 V2
G95 | 1 V2 | |||
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Released | April 2019 | ![]() | October 2012 | More recent by 78 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+319k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic G95
1 V2 | G95 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 comes with exterior measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Panasonic G95 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic G95 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 1 V2 against the G95.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G95-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and G95 is 85 and 67 respectively.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G95-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and G95.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 V2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic G95 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6.3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older 1 V2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G95-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G95-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic G95 Specifications
Nikon 1 V2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon 1 V2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-G90 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-10-24 | 2019-04-05 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3A | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20.3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 73 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,240 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 15.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 | 278g (0.61 lb) | 536g (1.18 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") | 130 x 94 x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 403 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photos | 290 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL21 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $599 | $998 |