Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Announced April 2015
- Older Model is Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL7

Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 J5 and Olympus E-PL6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the 1 J5 (1") and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

The 1 J5 was introduced 9 months after the E-PL6 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 J5 grades against the E-PL6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J5 and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Olympus E-PL6
1 J5 | E-PL6 | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | ![]() | August 2014 | More modern by 9 months |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Nikon 1 J5
E-PL6 | 1 J5 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 J5 and Olympus E-PL6
1 J5 | E-PL6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J5 comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL6 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 J5 and Olympus E-PL6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 J5 vs the E-PL6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and E-PL6 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J5 and E-PL6.
All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J5 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon 1 J5 will offer you greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent 1 J5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PL6 Specifications
Nikon 1 J5 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon 1 J5 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-04-03 | 2014-08-01 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 5A | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/60p/30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 pounds) | 325g (0.72 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 479 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 360 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL24 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $497 | $300 |