Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic GF8 and Nikon 1 J4 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic GF8 has external dimensions of 107 x 65 x 33 mm (4.21 x 2.56 x 1.3″) and weighs 266 g (0.59 lb / 9.38 oz) (including batteries). Nikon 1 J4 has external dimensions of 100 x 60 x 29 mm (3.92 x 2.36 x 1.12″) and weighs 232 g (0.51 lb / 8.18 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic GF8 and the Nikon 1 J4. Nikon 1 J4 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Panasonic GF8.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic GF8 and Nikon 1 J4.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic GF8 and Nikon 1 J4.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon 1 J4 is 34g lighter than the Panasonic GF8 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 nor Nikon 1 J4 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic GF8 and Nikon 1 J4's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic GF8 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon 1 J4 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to GF8.