Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus XZ-10

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus XZ-10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 1 J1 (10MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is very comparable but the 1 J1 (1") and XZ-10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J1 was announced 12 months earlier than the XZ-10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 J1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 1 J1 grades vs the XZ-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J1 & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 provides external 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 XZ-10 has dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus XZ-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1 J1 versus the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J1 and XZ-10 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J1 and XZ-10.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J1 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus XZ-10 will show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.