Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GH2

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 V3 versus Panasonic GH2, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is relatively close but the 1 V3 (1") and GH2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V3 was unveiled 3 years later than the GH2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 V3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1 V3 scores versus the GH2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V3 provides external 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) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 V3 versus Panasonic GH2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 V3 vs the GH2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V3 and GH2 is 87 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and GH2.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 V3 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon 1 V3 will render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern 1 V3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.