Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P2

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 S1 and Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the E-P2 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 S1 (1") and E-P2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The 1 S1 was launched 3 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1 S1 matches up against the E-P2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 S1 enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus E-P2 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 1 S1 vs the E-P2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and E-P2 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S1 and E-P2.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 S1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-P2 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher 1 S1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.