Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-PL9

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-PL9, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S1 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the E-PL9 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1 S1 grades against the E-PL9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 S1 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL9 has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 S1 vs Olympus E-PL9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 S1 versus the E-PL9.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S1 and E-PL9 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S1 and E-PL9.

Clearly, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S1 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Olympus E-PL9 will show greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.