Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7
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Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Launched March 2014
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Launched February 2015
- Earlier Model is Panasonic GF6
- Renewed by Panasonic GF8

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon 1 V3 versus Panasonic GF7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 V3 (1") and GF7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1 V3 was introduced 10 months prior to the GF7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1 V3 matches up vs the GF7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Panasonic GF7
1 V3 | GF7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Nikon 1 V3
GF7 | 1 V3 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | March 2014 | More recent by 10 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper screen (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic GF7
1 V3 | GF7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V3 comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon 1 V3 versus Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 V3 vs the GF7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V3 and GF7 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and GF7.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon 1 V3 will produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older 1 V3 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Nikon 1 V3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 V3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-03-13 | 2015-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4A | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 13 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames/s | 5.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 gr (0.84 lbs) | 266 gr (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 384 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | 230 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $997 | $308 |