Nikon 1 S2 vs Olympus E-PL1

Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon 1 S2 vs Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the E-PL1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 1 S2 (1") and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The 1 S2 was revealed 4 years after the E-PL1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1 S2 matches up against the E-PL1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S2 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S2 enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL1 has dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 S2 vs the E-PL1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and E-PL1 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S2 and E-PL1.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S2 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon 1 S2 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 2.2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent 1 S2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.