Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Released April 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J3
- Replacement is Nikon 1 J5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched May 2013
- Superseded the Olympus E-PM1
Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon 1 J4 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.
YouTube trialing AI that fast-forwards to the best video segmentsThe 1 J4 was launched 11 months later than the E-PM2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1 J4 grades vs the E-PM2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J4 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Olympus E-PM2
1 J4 | E-PM2 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | May 2013 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer screen (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Nikon 1 J4
E-PM2 | 1 J4 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J4 and Olympus E-PM2
1 J4 | E-PM2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J4 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon 1 J4 and Olympus E-PM2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J4 and the E-PM2.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J4 and E-PM2 is 92 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and E-PM2.
As you can see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J4 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon 1 J4 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger 1 J4 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Nikon 1 J4 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon 1 J4 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-04-10 | 2013-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 35 |
Cross type focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 13 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash options | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232g (0.51 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 360 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL22 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $600 | $448 |