Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched January 2012
- Later Model is Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched May 2013
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PM1
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Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 1 J1 was launched 16 months earlier than the E-PM2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1 J1 scores vs the E-PM2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J1 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Olympus E-PM2
| 1 J1 | E-PM2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Nikon 1 J1
| E-PM2 | 1 J1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2013 |  | January 2012 | More recent by 16 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Olympus E-PM2
| 1 J1 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen size |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J1 offers 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) and the Olympus E-PM2 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 J1 vs the E-PM2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and E-PM2 is 91 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J1 and E-PM2.
All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J1 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older 1 J1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J1 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J1 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-01-20 | 2013-05-21 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 13 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/60 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 234 grams (0.52 lbs) | 269 grams (0.59 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 56 | 72 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 372 | 932 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 photos | 360 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $625 | $448 |