Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-M10 II

Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Olympus E-M10 II, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and the E-M10 II (16MP) is relatively similar but the 1 AW1 (1") and E-M10 II (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 AW1 was introduced 23 months prior to the E-M10 II which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 1 AW1 grades vs the E-M10 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 AW1 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 II. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 II Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 AW1 offers physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 II has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Olympus E-M10 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 AW1 against the E-M10 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 AW1 and E-M10 II is 86 and 82 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 AW1 and E-M10 II.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 AW1 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus E-M10 II will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older 1 AW1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.