Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-PM1
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Launched September 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Released November 2011
- Renewed by Olympus E-PM2
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Here, we are contrasting the Nikon 1 AW1 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is very comparable but the 1 AW1 (1") and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe 1 AW1 was manufactured 23 months after the E-PM1 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 AW1 grades against the E-PM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 AW1 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Olympus E-PM1
| 1 AW1 | E-PM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2013 |  | November 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Nikon 1 AW1
| E-PM1 | 1 AW1 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon 1 AW1 and Olympus E-PM1
| 1 AW1 | E-PM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 AW1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon 1 AW1 and Olympus E-PM1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 AW1 and the E-PM1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 AW1 and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 AW1 and E-PM1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 AW1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon 1 AW1 will show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1 AW1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
| Nikon 1 AW1 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon 1 AW1 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2013-09-19 | 2011-11-23 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXPEED 3A | TruePic VI |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4032 x 3024 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 13 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 356 grams (0.78 pounds) | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 51 | 52 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | 21.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | 428 | 499 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $0 | $499 |