Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon 1 J4 versus Olympus E-M10 IV, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the E-M10 IV (20MP) is very well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J4 was brought out 7 years prior to the E-M10 IV and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 J4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 1 J4 matches up versus the E-M10 IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J4 & Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J4 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 IV has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Olympus E-M10 IV in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1 J4 against the E-M10 IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and E-M10 IV is 92 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and E-M10 IV.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J4 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus E-M10 IV will resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older 1 J4 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.