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Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic TZ90

The Nikon 1 V2 and the Panasonic Lumix DC-TZ90 (labelled Panasonic ZS70 in some countries) are two digital cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in October 2012 and April 2017. The V2 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, while the TZ90 is a fixed lens compact. The cameras are based on an one-inch (V2) and a 1/2.3-inch (TZ90) sensor. The Nikon has a resolution of 14.2 megapixels, whereas the Panasonic provides 20.2 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon 1 V2
versus
Panasonic TZ90
Nikon 1 V2   Panasonic TZ90
Mirrorless system camera Fixed lens compact camera
Nikon 1 mount lenses 24-720mm f/3.3-6.4
14.2 MP – 1" sensor 20.2 MP – 1/2.3" sensor
1080/60p Video 4K/30p Video
ISO 160-12,800 ISO 80-3,200 (80 - 6,400)
Electronic viewfinder (1440k dots) Electronic viewfinder (1166k dots)
3.0" LCD – 921k dots 3.0" LCD – 1040k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting touchscreen
15 shutter flaps per second 10 shutter flaps per second
310 shots per battery charge380 shots per battery charge
109 x 82 x 46 mm, 278 g 112 x 67 x 41 mm, 322 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon 1 V2 and the Panasonic Lumix DC-TZ90? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Nikon 1 V2 and the Panasonic TZ90 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The V2 can be obtained in two different colors (black, white), while the TZ90 is also available in two color-versions, but different ones (black, silver).

Size Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic TZ90
Compare V2 versus TZ90 top
Comparison V2 or TZ90 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Panasonic TZ90 is notably smaller (16 percent) than the Nikon 1 V2. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the V2 nor the TZ90 are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the TZ90 has a lens built in, whereas the V2 is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup.

The power pack in the TZ90 can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon 1 V2 109 mm 82 mm 46 mm 278 g 310 i Oct 2012 US$ 799ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ90 112 mm 67 mm 41 mm 322 g 380 i Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon G1 X 117 mm 81 mm 65 mm 534 g 250 i Jan 2012 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon SX730 110 mm 64 mm 40 mm 300 g 250 i Apr 2017 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-M1 117 mm 67 mm 39 mm 330 g 350 i Jun 2013 US$ 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm XF10 113 mm 64 mm 41 mm 279 g 330 i Jul 2018 US$ 499ebay.com
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Nikon 1 J4 100 mm 60 mm 29 mm 232 g 300 i Apr 2014 US$ 549ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V1 113 mm 76 mm 44 mm 383 g 350 i Sep 2011 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V3 111 mm 65 mm 33 mm 381 g 310 i Mar 2014 US$ 799ebay.com
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Panasonic FT7 117 mm 76 mm 37 mm 319 g 300 i May 2018 US$ 449ebay.com
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Panasonic GF5 108 mm 67 mm 37 mm 267 g 360 i Apr 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GF6 111 mm 65 mm 38 mm 323 g 340 i Apr 2013 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GX1 116 mm 68 mm 39 mm 318 g 320 i Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic LX5 110 mm 65 mm 43 mm 271 g 400 i Jul 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ95 112 mm 69 mm 42 mm 327 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 449ebay.com
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Ricoh GR 117 mm 61 mm 35 mm 245 g 290 i Apr 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony RX100 II 102 mm 58 mm 38 mm 281 g 350 i Jun 2013 US$ 749ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The listed launch prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The TZ90 was launched at a lower price than the V2, despite having a lens built in. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Nikon 1 V2 features an one-inch sensor and the Panasonic TZ90 a 1/2.3-inch sensor. The sensor area in the TZ90 is 76 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.7 and 5.6. The sensor in the V2 has a native 3:2 aspect ratio, while the one in the TZ90 offers a 4:3 aspect.

Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic TZ90 sensor measures

Despite having a smaller sensor, the TZ90 offers a higher resolution of 20.2 megapixels, compared with 14.2 MP of the V2. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 1.18μm versus 2.86μm for the V2). However, it should be noted that the TZ90 is much more recent (by 4 years and 5 months) than the V2, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the TZ90 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Panasonic TZ90 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the TZ90 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 25.9 x 19.4 inches or 65.8 x 49.4 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 20.7 x 15.6 inches or 52.7 x 39.5 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 17.3 x 13 inches or 43.9 x 32.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Nikon 1 V2 are 23 x 15.4 inches or 58.5 x 39 cm for good quality, 18.4 x 12.3 inches or 46.8 x 31.2 cm for very good quality, and 15.4 x 10.2 inches or 39 x 26 cm for excellent quality prints.

The V2 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Nikon 1 V2 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 160 to ISO 12800. The corresponding ISO settings for the Panasonic Lumix DC-TZ90 are ISO 80 to ISO 3200, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 80-6400.

In terms of underlying technology, the V2 is build around a CMOS sensor, while the TZ90 uses a BSI-CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

V2 versus TZ90 MP

For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). Of the two cameras under review, the V2 provides substantially higher image quality than the TZ90, with an overall score that is 14 points higher. This advantage is based on 1.1 bits higher color depth, 0.2 EV in additional dynamic range, and 1.9 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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DXO
Landscape
DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Nikon 1 V2 1-inch 14.2 4608 30721080/60p20.210.840350
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Panasonic TZ90 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p19.110.610636
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Canon G1 X 1.5-inch 14.2 4352 32641080/24p21.710.864460
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Canon SX730 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38881080/60p20.511.992450
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Fujifilm X-M1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/30p23.412.6137176
6.
 
Fujifilm XF10 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.4184483
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Nikon 1 J4 1-inch 18.2 5232 34881080/60p20.810.742653
8.
 
Nikon 1 V1 1-inch 10.0 3872 25921080/60i21.311.034654
9.
 
Nikon 1 V3 1-inch 18.2 5232 34881080/60p20.810.738452
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Panasonic FT7 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.612.1102851
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Panasonic GF5 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 30001080/60i20.510.057350
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Panasonic GF6 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60i20.710.662254
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Panasonic GX1 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60p20.810.670355
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Panasonic LX5 1/1.7 10.0 3648 2736720/60p19.610.813241
15.
 
Panasonic TZ95 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.712.2110352
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Ricoh GR APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.613.597278
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Sony RX100 II 1-inch 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.512.448367
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the TZ90 provides a better video resolution than the V2. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/30p, while the Nikon is limited to 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The two cameras under consideration are similar with respect to both having an electronic viewfinder. However, the one in the V2 offers a higher resolution than the one in the TZ90 (1440k vs 1166k dots). The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Nikon 1 V2, the Panasonic TZ90, and comparable cameras.

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Screen
(yes/no)
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Shutter
Speed *
Max
Shutter
Flaps *
Built-in
Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Nikon 1 V21440 i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 15.0/s i i
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Panasonic TZ901166 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Canon G1 Xoptical i3.0 / 922 swivel i 1/4000s 1.9/s i i
4.
 
Canon SX730i i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/3200s 5.9/s i i
5.
 
Fujifilm X-M1i i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.6/s i i
6.
 
Fujifilm XF10i i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
7.
 
Nikon 1 J4i i3.0 / 1037 Fixed i 1/4000s 60.0/s i i
8.
 
Nikon 1 V11440 i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 10.0/s i i
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Nikon 1 V3optional i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/4000s 60.0/s i i
10.
 
Panasonic FT71170 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/1300s 10.0/s i i
11.
 
Panasonic GF5i i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
12.
 
Panasonic GF6i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 4.2/s i i
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Panasonic GX1optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 4.2/s i i
14.
 
Panasonic LX5optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 2.5/s i i
15.
 
Panasonic TZ952330 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
16.
 
Ricoh GRoptional i3.0 / 1230 fixed i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
17.
 
Sony RX100 IIoptional i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The TZ90 has a touchscreen, while the V2 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

The TZ90 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the V2 does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, both cameras under consideration feature an electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Nikon 1 V2 has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the V2 and the TZ90 write their files to SDXC cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon 1 V2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-TZ90 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Nikon 1 V2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic TZ90istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon G1 Xistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon SX730istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-M1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm XF10istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Nikon 1 J4istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon 1 V1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon 1 V3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic FT7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic GF5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GF6istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GX1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic LX5imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic TZ95istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
16.
 
Ricoh GRimono / monoiimicro2.0iii
17.
 
Sony RX100 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the TZ90 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the V2 does not provide wifi capability.

Both the V2 and the TZ90 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The V2 was replaced by the Nikon 1 V3, while the TZ90 was followed by the Panasonic TZ95. Further information on the features and operation of the V2 and TZ90 can be found, respectively, in the Nikon 1 V2 Manual (free pdf) or the online Panasonic TZ90 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Which of the two cameras – the Nikon 1 V2 or the Panasonic TZ90 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Arguments in favor of the Nikon 1 V2:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (14 points) in the DXO overall assessment.
  • Richer colors: Generates images with noticeably better colors (1.1 bits more color depth).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Requires less light for good images (1.9 stops ISO advantage).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • More detailed viewfinder: Has higher resolution electronic viewfinder (1440k vs 1166k dots).
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/4000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (15 vs 10 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • More flexible: Accepts interchangeable lenses, so that lens characteristics can be altered.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in October 2012).

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Reasons to prefer the Panasonic Lumix DC-TZ90:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (20.2 vs 14.2MP), which boosts linear resolution by 17%.
  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/60p).
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 921k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Ready to shoot: Has an integrated lens, whereas the V2 necessitates an extra lens.
  • More compact: Is smaller (112x67mm vs 109x82mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Longer lasting: Gets more shots (380 versus 310) out of a single battery charge.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • More affordable: Was introduced at a lower price, despite coming with a built-in lens.
  • More modern: Reflects 4 years and 5 months of technical progress since the V2 launch.

If the count of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a measure, the TZ90 is the clear winner of the contest (15 : 11 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

V2 11:15 TZ90

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon 1 V2 and the Panasonic TZ90 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera and Best Superzoom Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the V2 or the TZ90 perform in practice. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon 1 V23/5......4.5/54/5 Oct 2012 US$ 799ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ90..+ +4/5..4/54/5 Apr 2017 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon G1 X5/5+..76/1004/54.5/5 Jan 2012 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon SX730..+....4/54/5 Apr 2017 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-M13/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2013 US$ 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm XF10....4/575/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2018 US$ 499ebay.com
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Nikon 1 J43/5......4.5/54/5 Apr 2014 US$ 549ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V1..+..69/1004.5/54/5 Sep 2011 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V33/5....76/1004.5/54/5 Mar 2014 US$ 799ebay.com
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Panasonic FT7..+....3.5/53.5/5 May 2018 US$ 449ebay.com
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Panasonic GF53/5......4.5/54.5/5 Apr 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GF6..+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Apr 2013 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GX13/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic LX54/5+..73/1004.5/54.5/5 Jul 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic TZ95..+ +....4.5/5.. Feb 2019 US$ 449ebay.com
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Ricoh GR5/5....79/1004.5/54.5/5 Apr 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony RX100 II5/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2013 US$ 749ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and rating-comparisons among cameras that span long time periods or concern very differently equipped models make little sense. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Nikon 1 V2 vs Panasonic TZ90

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon 1 V2 Panasonic TZ90
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Fixed lens compact camera
Camera Lens Nikon 1 mount lenses 24-720mm f/3.3-6.4
Launch Date October 2012 April 2017
Launch Price USD 799 USD 449
Sensor Specs Nikon 1 V2 Panasonic TZ90
Sensor Technology CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format 1" Sensor 1/2.3" Sensor
Sensor Size 13.2 x 8.8 mm 6.17 x 4.55 mm
Sensor Area 116.16 mm2 28.0735 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 15.9 mm 7.7 mm
Crop Factor 2.7x 5.6x
Sensor Resolution 14.2 Megapixels 20.2 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4608 x 3072 pixels 5184 x 3888 pixels
Pixel Pitch 2.86 μm 1.18 μm
Pixel Density 12.19 MP/cm2 71.80 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter no AA filter
Movie Capability 1080/60p Video 4K/30p Video
ISO Setting 160 - 12,800 ISO 80 - 3,200 ISO
ISO Boost no Enhancement 80 - 6,400 ISO
Image Processor EXPEED 3 Venus
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 50 36
DXO Color Depth (bits) 20.2 19.1
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 10.8 10.6
DXO Low Light (ISO) 403 106
Screen Specs Nikon 1 V2 Panasonic TZ90
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.46x
Viewfinder Resolution 1440k dots 1166k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 921k dots 1040k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Touch Input no Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Nikon 1 V2 Panasonic TZ90
Focus System On-Sensor Phase-detect Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous Shooting 15 shutter flaps/s 10 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/16000sup to 1/16000s
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inno Intervalometer
Fill Flash Built-in Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Nikon 1 V2 Panasonic TZ90
External Flash no Hotshoe no Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI micro HDMI
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Body Specs Nikon 1 V2 Panasonic TZ90
Battery Type Nikon EN-EL21 Panasonic DMW-BLG10
Battery Life (CIPA)310 shots per charge380 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 109 x 82 x 46 mm
(4.3 x 3.2 x 1.8 in)
112 x 67 x 41 mm
(4.4 x 2.6 x 1.6 in)
Camera Weight 278 g (9.8 oz) 322 g (11.4 oz)
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