Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PL7

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon 1 J1 versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and E-PL7 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J1 was announced 3 years earlier than the E-PL7 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 1 J1 matches up vs the E-PL7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J1 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J1 has got exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL7 has sizing of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J1 versus Olympus E-PL7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J1 versus the E-PL7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and E-PL7 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J1 and E-PL7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J1 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus E-PL7 will give extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.