Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-PL2

Its time to look closer at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the E-PL2 (12MP) is relatively similar but the 1 V1 (1") and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V1 was revealed 12 months later than the E-PL2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1 V1 grades versus the E-PL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V1 has outer dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Olympus E-PL2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 V1 compared to the E-PL2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V1 and E-PL2 is 84 and 85 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and E-PL2.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V1 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Olympus E-PL2 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer 1 V1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.