Nikon 1 V1 vs Olympus E-PL5

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V1 was manufactured 8 months before the E-PL5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 1 V1 scores against the E-PL5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus PEN E-PL5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V1 offers physical measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL5 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 V1 and Olympus E-PL5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 V1 versus the E-PL5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and E-PL5 is 84 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V1 and E-PL5.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus E-PL5 will offer greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.