| General | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | 1 J2 | Lumix DMC-GM1 |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon 1 J1 | |
| Successor Model | Nikon 1 J3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
| MSRP | Suggested retail price: $549.95 | $749.99 with 12-32mm F3.5-5.6 lens |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Format | CX | |
| Sensor Size | 1-inch | Micro Four Thirds |
| Sensor Dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Total Pixels | 12 Megapixel | 16.84 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 10.1 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 200 - 25,600 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 125 - 25,600 |
| Photo | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | EXPEED 3 | |
| Max Image Resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Other Resolutions | 3840 x 2160, 2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing | 3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis | |
| Active D-Lighting | On Off |
| Focus | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Focusing System | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF) AF-assist illuminator | |
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Tracking | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | Continuous-Servo AF, Flexible, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Number of Focus Points | 135 | 23 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Crop Factor | 2.7x | 2x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 1,036k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronic | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/500 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | 1/16000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 10.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
| Flash | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Fill-flash Red-eye reduction Rear curtain with sync Rear curtain with slow sync Slow sync Slow sync with red-eye reduction | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 5.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/60 sec | 1/50 sec |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps) | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | i-TTL flash control using image sensor available |
| Exposure | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (1/3 EV increments) | ±5 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±3 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) | |
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| DXO | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 363 | 660 |
| DxO Color Depth | 21.3 | 22.3 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 10.8 | 11.7 |
| DxO Overall Score | 54 | 66 |
| Video | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Movie File Format | MOV | |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 30 min | 30 min |
| Terminals | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Type C | Micro Type D |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional ML-L3 |
| Environmental | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.18") | 99 x 55 x 30 mm (3.88 x 2.16 x 1.2") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 238 g (0.52 lb / 8.40 oz) | 204 g (0.45 lb / 7.20 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.9 x 5.6 x 4.2" | 8.2 x 5.7 x 3.3" |
| Package Weight | 1.55 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | EN-EL20 | |
| Battery Life | 230 shots | 230 shots |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Other | Nikon 1 J2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 images | |
| Electronic Level Gauge | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System | Optical anti-dust mechanism |
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