Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic GF8

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is relatively similar but the 1 V2 (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V2 was announced 4 years before the GF8 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1 V2 scores vs the GF8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V2 comes with physical dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 V2 vs the GF8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and GF8 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V2 and GF8.

All in all, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GF8 will deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged 1 V2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.