Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-PL9

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Olympus E-PL9, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and the E-PL9 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 AW1 (1") and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The 1 AW1 was released 5 years before the E-PL9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the 1 AW1 grades against the E-PL9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 AW1 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 AW1 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL9 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Olympus E-PL9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 AW1 versus the E-PL9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 AW1 and E-PL9 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 AW1 and E-PL9.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 AW1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-PL9 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged 1 AW1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.