Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PL3

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon 1 J4 versus Olympus E-PL3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the 1 J4 (1") and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J4 was introduced 2 years after the E-PL3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1 J4 matches up against the E-PL3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J4 and Olympus PEN E-PL3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J4 has got outer 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) and the Olympus E-PL3 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Olympus E-PL3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J4 vs the E-PL3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and E-PL3 is 92 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J4 and E-PL3.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J4 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will result in greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger 1 J4 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.