Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus E-P5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and E-P5 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and E-P5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V1 was announced 20 months earlier than the E-P5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1 V1 matches up vs the E-P5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V1 & Olympus PEN E-P5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Olympus E-P5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V1 provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P5 has dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 V1 versus the E-P5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and E-P5 is 84 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and E-P5.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus E-P5 will offer extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.