Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P7

The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and E-P7 (20MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and E-P7 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The 1 S1 was unveiled 9 years before the E-P7 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1 S1 grades versus the E-P7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S1 and Olympus PEN E-P7. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Olympus E-P7 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S1 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P7 has dimensions of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-P7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 S1 and the E-P7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and E-P7 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S1 and E-P7.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus E-P7 will provide more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.