Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GX9

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is relatively similar but the 1 V3 (1") and GX9 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The 1 V3 was unveiled 4 years prior to the GX9 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1 V3 scores vs the GX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V3 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V3 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has sizing of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 V3 compared to the GX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V3 and GX9 is 87 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and GX9.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older 1 V3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.