Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-PL1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the E-PL1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the 1 V2 (1") and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V2 was unveiled 2 years after the E-PL1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 V2 grades against the E-PL1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V2 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 enjoys outer dimensions 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-PL1 has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-PL1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the 1 V2 vs the E-PL1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and E-PL1 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V2 and E-PL1.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Nikon 1 V2 will offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1 V2 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.