Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3
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![Nikon 1 V2 front Nikon 1 V2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-V2-ek-fs.jpg)
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Released October 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Successor is Nikon 1 V3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Released August 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus E-P2
- Newer Model is Olympus E-P5
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-P3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the E-P3 (12MP) is very well matched but the 1 V2 (1") and E-P3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.
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The 1 V2 was unveiled 15 months after the E-P3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1 V2 grades vs the E-P3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 & Olympus PEN E-P3. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Olympus E-P3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Olympus E-P3
1 V2 | E-P3 | |||
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Released | October 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 15 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Nikon 1 V2
E-P3 | 1 V2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-P3
1 V2 | E-P3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 has exterior measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Olympus E-P3 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs).
Compare the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-P3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 1 V2 versus the E-P3.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-P3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and E-P3 is 85 and 86 respectively.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-P3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V2 and E-P3.
To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V2 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 V2 will give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1 V2 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-P3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-P3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3 Specifications
Nikon 1 V2 | Olympus PEN E-P3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon 1 V2 | Olympus PEN E-P3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-10-24 | 2011-08-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3A | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 73 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 13 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 15.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 278 grams (0.61 pounds) | 369 grams (0.81 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | 51 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 403 | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL21 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $599 | $0 |