Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P1
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced June 2013
- New Model is Nikon 1 S2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Launched July 2009
- New Model is Olympus E-P2
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Following is a extended review of the Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the E-P1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 S1 (1") and E-P1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 1 S1 was introduced 3 years after the E-P1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1 S1 matches up vs the E-P1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Olympus E-P1
| 1 S1 | E-P1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | July 2009 | More modern by 48 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Nikon 1 S1
| E-P1 | 1 S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon 1 S1 and Olympus E-P1
| 1 S1 | E-P1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S1 comes with exterior measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 S1 against the E-P1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and E-P1 is 92 and 86 respectively.
Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and E-P1.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 S1 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus E-P1 will show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent 1 S1 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P1 Specifications
| Nikon 1 S1 | Olympus PEN E-P1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon 1 S1 | Olympus PEN E-P1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2009-07-29 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | TruePic V |
| Sensor type | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4032 x 3024 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 13 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 15.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 355g (0.78 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 56 | 55 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 21.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | 10.4 |
| DXO Low light rating | 397 | 536 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 pictures | 300 pictures |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BLS-1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $231 | $182 |
