| General | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | 1 J5 | Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon 1 J4 | |
| Successor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
| MSRP | $499 (w/10-30mm PZ lens), $749 (w/10-30 PZ and 30-110mm lenses), $1049 (w/10-100mm lens) | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor Format | CX | |
| Sensor Size | 1-inch | 1/2.33-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 6.08 x 4.56 mm |
| Total Pixels | 23.01 Megapixel | 14.5 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 20.8 Megapixel | 12.1 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 160 - 12,800 | 80 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | EXPEED 5A | Venus Engine HD II |
| Max Image Resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Other Resolutions | 4176 x 2784, 2784 x 1856 | 4176 x 2784 4320 x 2432, 3264 x 2448, 3392 x 2264, 3552 x 2000, 2560 x 1920, 2656 x 1768, 2784 x 1568, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, normal | Fine, Standard |
| Bit Depth | 12-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing | ||
| Active D-Lighting | On Off |
| Focus | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Focusing System | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF) AF-assist illuminator | |
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Center Single Live View |
| Lens Servo | Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF | |
| Number of Focus Points | 171 | 11 |
| 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 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 | |
| Crop Factor | 2.7x | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 25 - 300 mm | |
| Optical Zoom | 12x | |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 - 4.9 | |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 3 cm | |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | 180 degree flip-up TFT LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronic | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 20.0 fps | 2.3 fps |
| Flash | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto Auto with red-eye reduction Fill-flash Fill-flash with slow sync Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction with slow sync Rear curtain sync Rear curtain with slow sync Slow sync with red-eye reduction Off | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow Syncro |
| Flash Range | 5.00 m at ISO 100 | 5.30 m |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps) | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | i-TTL flash control using image sensor available | |
| External Flash Connection |
| Exposure | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ||
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at metered value when shutter-release button is pressed halfway |
| DXO | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 479 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 22.1 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 12.0 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 65 |
| Video | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Movie File Format | MOV | |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 30 min |
| Terminals | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Mono |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| Remote Control | via smartphone |
| Environmental | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32 mm (3.86 x 2.36 x 1.26") | 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) | 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.7 x 6.1 x 4.6" | |
| Package Weight | 1.95 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | EN-EL24 | |
| Battery Life | 250 shots | |
| Internal Storage | 15 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Nikon 1 J5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 10 secs | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System | Dust Shield |
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