Nikon 1 J2 vs Olympus E-M10

Here, we are comparing the Nikon 1 J2 and Olympus E-M10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and E-M10 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and E-M10 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J2 was unveiled 19 months earlier than the E-M10 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1 J2 scores against the E-M10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J2 and Olympus OM-D E-M10. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 offers external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Olympus E-M10 has measurements of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 J2 and Olympus E-M10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J2 and the E-M10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and E-M10 is 91 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J2 and E-M10.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Olympus E-M10 will provide extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older 1 J2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.