Nikon 1 S2 vs Olympus E-PL7

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon 1 S2 versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is pretty similar but the 1 S2 (1") and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The 1 S2 was announced 3 months earlier than the E-PL7 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the 1 S2 scores vs the E-PL7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL7 has measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 S2 versus Olympus E-PL7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 S2 versus the E-PL7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and E-PL7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S2 and E-PL7.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 S2 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus E-PL7 will offer you greater detail with its extra 1.8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.