Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-P7

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and E-P7 (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and E-P7 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 V2 was revealed 9 years prior to the E-P7 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 1 V2 scores against the E-P7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 V2 & Olympus PEN E-P7. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 offers physical 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) while the Olympus E-P7 has specifications of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-P7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 V2 versus the E-P7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and E-P7 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and E-P7.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V2 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus E-P7 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 V2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.