Nikon 1 V3 vs Panasonic GX85

Below is a complete review of the Nikon 1 V3 versus Panasonic GX85, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is very close but the 1 V3 (1") and GX85 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V3 was announced 3 years earlier than the GX85 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 1 V3 grades against the GX85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V3 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 V3 versus the GX85.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V3 and GX85 is 87 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V3 and GX85.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon 1 V3 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older 1 V3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.