Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic GF1

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon 1 V2 versus Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 V2 (1") and GF1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V2 was manufactured 3 years later than the GF1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1 V2 matches up vs the GF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 has got outer measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has specifications of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 V2 versus Panasonic GF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 1 V2 vs the GF1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V2 and GF1 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V2 and GF1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V2 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon 1 V2 will show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern 1 V2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.