Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-PM1

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 V2 (1") and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V2 was announced 12 months after the E-PM1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 1 V2 matches up against the E-PM1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V2 enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus E-PM1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 V2 and the E-PM1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and E-PM1 is 85 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and E-PM1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon 1 V2 will provide greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher 1 V2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.