Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Released April 2015
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 337g - 118 x 69 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2021
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is fairly close but the 1 J5 (1") and E-P7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 1 J5 was revealed 7 years prior to the E-P7 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1 J5 scores versus the E-P7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J5 & Olympus PEN E-P7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Olympus E-P7
1 J5 | E-P7 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Nikon 1 J5
E-P7 | 1 J5 | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | April 2015 | Newer by 75 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Crisper display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J5 and Olympus E-P7
1 J5 | E-P7 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3.00" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J5 provides external dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and 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).
Take a look at the Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 1 J5 against the E-P7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and E-P7 is 91 and 86 respectively.
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J5 and E-P7.
As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J5 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon 1 J5 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged 1 J5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
Nikon 1 J5 | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon 1 J5 | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-04-03 | 2021-06-09 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 5A | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 13 | 118 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | 8.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | 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 | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/60p/30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lb) | 337g (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 479 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 360 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL24 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $497 | $800 |