Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-P2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 1 J1 (10MP) and the E-P2 (12MP) is very similar but the 1 J1 (1") and E-P2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J1 was brought out 22 months later than the E-P2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the 1 J1 scores against the E-P2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J1 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 has outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 J1 and the E-P2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and E-P2 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J1 and E-P2.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus E-P2 will offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent 1 J1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.