Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P3

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and E-P3 is 85 and 86 respectively.

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.