Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Released January 2012
- New Model is Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Released October 2013
- Old Model is Olympus E-P3
Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5 Overview
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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Olympus E-P5
1 V1 | E-P5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Nikon 1 V1
E-P5 | 1 V1 | |||
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Released | October 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 20 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 921k | Sharper screen (+116k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus E-P5
1 V1 | E-P5 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus E-P5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-P5 Specifications
Nikon 1 V1 | Olympus PEN E-P5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon 1 V1 | Olympus PEN E-P5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-20 | 2013-10-03 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 420 gr (0.93 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 346 | 895 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 330 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $670 | $389 |