Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2 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
- Revealed April 2015
- Replaced the Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced May 2013
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PM1
Photography Glossary Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the 1 J5 (1") and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 J5 was unveiled 23 months after the E-PM2 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 1 J5 scores versus the E-PM2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J5 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Olympus E-PM2
| 1 J5 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2015 |  | May 2013 | More modern by 23 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1037k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+577k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Nikon 1 J5
| E-PM2 | 1 J5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon 1 J5 and Olympus E-PM2
| 1 J5 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J5 has outside dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 1 J5 and the E-PM2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and E-PM2 is 91 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J5 and E-PM2.
To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J5 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 J5 will provide greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher 1 J5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J5 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J5 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2015-04-03 | 2013-05-21 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed 5A | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
| Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 160 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 171 | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 13 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt 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) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | 231 gr (0.51 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 65 | 72 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 479 | 932 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 pictures | 360 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL24 | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $497 | $448 |