Nikon 1 S2 vs Olympus E-PM2

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon 1 S2 vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 S2 (1") and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The 1 S2 was launched 13 months later than the E-PM2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 1 S2 matches up vs the E-PM2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S2 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S2 offers external dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 S2 vs Olympus E-PM2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 S2 and the E-PM2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and E-PM2 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S2 and E-PM2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 S2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 1.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger 1 S2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.