Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-P7

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and E-P7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The 1 J4 was brought out 8 years earlier than the E-P7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1 J4 scores against the E-P7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 and Olympus PEN E-P7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Olympus E-P7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J4 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus E-P7 has sizing of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 J4 versus Olympus E-P7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 1 J4 compared to the E-P7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J4 and E-P7 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J4 and E-P7.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J4 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus E-P7 will give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 1 J4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.