Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1
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Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
- 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
- Launched January 2009
- Updated by Nikon P90
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Launched October 2009
- Later Model is Panasonic GF2
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon P80 versus Panasonic GF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P80 (10MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the P80 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe P80 was brought out 9 months prior to the GF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P80 grades versus the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P80 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Panasonic GF1
P80 | GF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Nikon P80
GF1 | P80 | |||
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Launched | October 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P80 and Panasonic GF1
P80 | GF1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P80 comes with physical dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Examine the Nikon P80 versus Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the P80 versus the GF1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and GF1 is 75 and 85 respectively.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and GF1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P80 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GF1 will offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older P80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon P80 vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2009-10-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.0 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 pounds) | 385g (0.85 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $400 | $400 |