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| Predecessor: |
Panasonic G85
G85 vs G9 |
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| Successor: | ||
| General | ||
| Model Number: | V1 | G9 |
| Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
| Camera Format: | Compact System Camera | Compact System Camera |
| Currently Manufactured: | No | Yes |
| Retail Price: | $899.95 | $1699.99 |
| Street Price: | $965.32 | |
| Date Available: | 2011-10-20 | 2018-01-03 |
| Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
| Weight: |
17.7 oz
(502 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
23.2 oz
(658 g)
includes batteries |
| Size: |
4.4 x
3.0 x
1.7 in. (113 x 76 x 44 mm) |
5.4 x
3.8 x
3.6 in. (137 x 97 x 92 mm) |
| Waterproof: | No | No |
| Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
| Image Sensor | ||
| Sensor Type: | CMOS | Live MOS |
| Sensor Manufacturer: | Aptina | Panasonic |
| Effective Megapixels: | 10.1 | 20.3 |
| Sensor Format: | 1 inch | 4/3 |
| Sensor size: | 116.16mm2 (13.20mm x 8.80mm) | 224.9mm2 (17.30mm x 13.00mm) |
| Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 3.41 microns | 3.34 microns |
| Focal Length Multiplier: | 2.7x | 2.0x |
| Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 4:3 |
| Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
| Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | None |
| Self-Cleaning: | Yes | Yes |
| Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | Yes |
| On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
| DxO Sensor Score: | 54 | |
| DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 21.3 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 11.0 | |
| DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 346 | |
| Image Capture | ||
| Image Resolution: |
3872 x 2592
(10.0 MP,
Other), 2896 x 1944 (5.6 MP, Other), 1936 x 1296 (2.5 MP, Other), 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP, 16:9), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1280 x 720 (0.9 MP, 16:9), 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP, 16:9) |
5184 x 3888
(20.2 MP,
4:3), 3712 x 2784 (10.3 MP, 4:3), 2624 x 1968 (5.2 MP, 4:3), 5184 x 3456 (17.9 MP, 3:2), 3712 x 2480 (9.2 MP, 3:2), 2624 x 1752 (4.6 MP, 3:2), 5184 x 2920 (15.1 MP, 16:9), 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP, 16:9), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 3888 x 3888 (15.1 MP, 1:1), 2784 x 2784 (7.8 MP, 1:1), 1968 x 1968 (3.9 MP, 1:1), 4992 x 3744 (18.7 MP, 4:3), 3328 x 2496 (8.3 MP, 4:3), 5184 x 3456 (17.9 MP, 3:2), 3504 x 2336 (8.2 MP, 3:2), 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP, 16:9), 2880 x 2880 (8.3 MP, 1:1), 10368 x 7776 (80.6 MP, 4:3), 7296 x 5472 (39.9 MP, 4:3), 10368 x 6911 (71.7 MP, 3:2), 7296 x 4863 (35.5 MP, 3:2), 10368 x 5832 (60.5 MP, 16:9), 7296 x 4104 (29.9 MP, 16:9) |
| Image File Format: | JPEG (Exif 2.3), 12-bit NEF RAW, RAW+JPG | JPEG (EXIF 2.31), RAW, RAW + JPEG |
| Continuous-mode frames/second: | 9.9 | 60.0 |
| Video Capture | ||
| Can take movies: | Yes | Yes |
| Movie Resolution: |
1920x1080 (60i/30p)
1280x720 (60p) 640x240 (400p) 320x120 (1200p) |
3840x2160 (60p/30p/24p)
1920x1080 (60p/60i/30p/24p) 3840x2160 (60p/48p) 1920x1080 (180p) |
| Movie File Format: | MOV H.264/MPEG-4 AVC with AAC sound | MP4, AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive |
| Composite Video Out: | Yes | No |
| NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | n/a |
| Video Usable as Viewfinder: | n/a | |
| HD Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
| HD Video Connection: | HDMI | HDMI |
| Lens & Optics | ||
| Lens Mount: | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens: | 1 Nikkor 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR | n/a |
| Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 27 - 81mm | |
| Focal Length (actual): | 10 - 30mm | |
| Zoom Ratio: | 3.00x | |
| Aperture Range: | f/3.5 (W)- f/5.6 (T) | |
| Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
| Normal Focus Range: |
20 cm to Infinity 7.9 in to Infinity |
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| Macro Focus Range: | ||
| Filter Thread: | 40.5mm | n/a |
| Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
| Optical Image Stabilization: | Yes | No |
| Digital Zoom: | Yes | |
| Digital Zoom Values: | 2x, 4x; Extra Tele Conversion: Still image: Max. 2x; 4K PHOTO: 1.6x (4:3), 1.5x (3:2), 1.4x (16:9, 1:1); Motion picture: 2.7x (FHD), 1.4x (4K) | |
| Auto Focus | ||
| Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Focus Type: | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF); Single-point (135 focus areas), auto-area (41 focus areas), subject tracking | Contrast Detection with DFD: Face/Eye detection, Tracking, 225-area, Custom Multi, 1-area, Pinpoint; One Shot AF, Shutter AF, Half Press Release, Quick AF, Continuous AF (during motion picture recording), Eye Sensor AF, AF-Point Scope Setting, AF+MF, MF Assist, Touch MF Assist, Focus Peaking, Touch AF/AE Function, Touch Pad AF, Touch Shutter |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
| Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | ||
| Viewfinder: | EVF / LCD | EVF / LCD |
| Viewfinder Type: | EVF type; 0.47", 1440k-dot color TFT LCD, 100% coverage, 17mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter adjustment, brightness adjustment | 3680K-dot OLED, 1.66x / 0.83x (35mm eq.) magnification, 21mm eyepoint, -4 to +3 diopter, eye sensor |
| Focus Peaking: | No | Yes |
| EVF Resolution: | 3,680,000 dots | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.83x | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 1.66x | |
| Display | ||
| Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Display Size (inches): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Rear Display Resolution: | 921,600 dots (307,200 px) | 1,040,000 dots (346,600 px) |
| Touchscreen: | No | Yes |
| Articulating Screen: | No | Yes |
| Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | Yes |
| Selfie Screen: | No | Yes |
| Max Playback Zoom: | 16.0x | |
| Top Deck Display: | No | Yes |
| Exposure | ||
| Maximum ISO (native): | 3200 | 25600 |
| Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | 200 |
| ISO Settings: | Auto ISO (100-3200, 100-800, 100-400); 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200; expandable to 6400 Hi-1 | Auto, iISO, 100 (extended), 200 - 25600; in 1 or 1/3 EV steps |
| Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
| White Balance Settings: | Auto, incandescent, fluorescent, direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with fine tuning | Auto, Autoc, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1-4, Color Temperature Setting 1-4 (2,500-10,000K in 100K steps) |
| Shutter Speed Range: | 1/16000 - 30 sec | 1/32000 - 60 sec |
| Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
| Exposure Compensation: | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
| Metering Modes: | Matrix, Center-weighted (4.5mm), Spot (2mm) | 1728-zone Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
| Creative Exposure Modes: | Scene Auto Selector can select from: Portrait, Landscape, Night portrait, Close up, Auto. | Creative Control: Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Rough Monochrome, Silky Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Color, Sunshine |
| Self Timer: | 2, 5, 10 seconds | 2, 10, 3 shots in 10 seconds |
| Time Lapse (intervalometer): | Yes | Yes |
| High Resolution Composite: | No | 80.6 megapixels |
| Flash | ||
| Built-in Flash: | No | No |
| Flash Modes: | Fill flash, slow sync, red-eye reduction, slow sync with red-eye reduction, rear-curtain sync, rear curtain with slow sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off; 1st. Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync. |
| Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | n/a |
| Flash Range Description: | n/a | n/a |
| Max Flash Sync: | 1/250 | 1/250 |
| Flash Exposure Compensation: | -3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
| External Flash Connection: | Optional SB-N5 via accessory port | Hot Shoe, PC Sync Terminal |
| Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | No | |
| Image Storage | ||
| Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| UHS Support: | UHS-II | |
| Other Memory: | ||
| Dual Card Slots: | No | Yes |
| RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
| Uncompressed Format: | 12-bit NEF RAW, RAW+JPG | RAW, RAW + JPEG |
| Movie File Format: | MOV H.264/MPEG-4 AVC with AAC sound | MP4, AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive |
| Included Memory: | 0.0 MB | No memory included |
| Included Memory Type: | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | Yes |
| NFC: | No | No |
| Bluetooth: | No | Yes |
| Built-In GPS: | No | No |
| Microphone Jack: | No | Yes |
| Headphone Jack: | No | Yes |
| External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed,USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi |
| PictBridge Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
| DPOF Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Control Type: | Optional ML-L3 | Wi-Fi/Bluetooth or optional wired |
| Connections (extended): | HDMI out (Type C, Mini), Multi Accessory Port, Stereo Mic Jack (3.5mm) | USB 3.0 Micro B, HDMI Type-A, 2.5mm Wired Remote, 3.5mm External Mic Jack, 3.5mm Headphone Jack |
| Performance Timing | ||
| Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 1.05 | <0.3 |
| Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 1.19 | |
| Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | Unlimited | |
| Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | <0.3 | |
| Camera penalizes early shutter press? | Yes | No |
| JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 9.9 | 60.0 |
| Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 34 | 50 |
| RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 60.0 | |
| Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 50 | |
| RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 60.0 | |
| Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 50 | |
| Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.10 seconds | 0.12 seconds |
| Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
| Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
| Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
| Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.075 seconds | 0.051 seconds |
| Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | ||
| Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.073 seconds | 0.045 seconds |
| Shutter Lag (notes): | Full AF lag, Auto-area mode = 0.234s | |
| Startup Time: | 1.3 seconds | 0.9 seconds |
| Play -> Record Time: | 0.5 seconds | 0.7 seconds |
| Flash cycle time, full power: | ||
| Power | ||
| Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 350 shots | 400 shots |
| Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 380 shots | |
| Battery Life, Video: | 55 minutes | |
| Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary EN-EL15 | Proprietary |
| Usable Battery Types: | Lithium-ion rechargeable | 7.2v, 1860mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL15 Lithium-ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
| Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
| Internal Charging Supported: | Yes | |
| Software | ||
| Included Software: | ViewNX 2 / Short Movie Creator CD-ROM | None; Free downloads: PHOTOfunSTUDIO, SILKYPIX Developer Studio |
| OS Compatibility: | PHOTOfunSTUDIO (Windows); SILKYPIX Developer Studio (Windows / Mac) | |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Notes & Features: | New "Nikon CX format" compact system camera. New Nikon 1 lens mount, 2.7x crop factor, dual core EXPEED 3 processor, new advanced hybrid AF system, Full HD movies, up to 60fps burst at full resolution, Accessory Port for optional SB-N5 flash or GP-N100 GPS module. | |
