Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1
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Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 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
- Released March 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Introduced December 2013
- New Model is Panasonic GM5

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic GM1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the 1 V3 (1") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

The 1 V3 was manufactured 3 months later than the GM1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 1 V3 matches up vs the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Panasonic GM1
1 V3 | GM1 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 1036k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Nikon 1 V3
GM1 | 1 V3 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic GM1
1 V3 | GM1 | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | ![]() | December 2013 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V3 provides exterior measurements 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 GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic GM1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1 V3 compared to the GM1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V3 and GM1 is 87 and 93 respectively.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V3 and GM1.
To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon 1 V3 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.

Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Nikon 1 V3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon 1 V3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-03-13 | 2013-12-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 4.00 m |
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, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/50 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 grams (0.84 lb) | 204 grams (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | 384 | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | 230 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $997 | $750 |