Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P1

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon 1 V2 versus Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the E-P1 (12MP) is very well matched but the 1 V2 (1") and E-P1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The 1 V2 was announced 3 years after the E-P1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 V2 grades vs the E-P1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus PEN E-P1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V2 offers outer dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P1 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 V2 versus Olympus E-P1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 V2 vs the E-P1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and E-P1 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V2 and E-P1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon 1 V2 will give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher 1 V2 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.