Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus E-PL7

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon 1 J3 versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 J3 (1") and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J3 was unveiled 9 months before the E-PL7 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1 J3 scores vs the E-PL7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J3 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J3 has outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL7 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J3 versus Olympus E-PL7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 1 J3 compared to the E-PL7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J3 and E-PL7 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J3 and E-PL7.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J3 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus E-PL7 will produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 1 J3 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.