Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-PM2

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 V2 (1") and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The 1 V2 was released 6 months before the E-PM2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1 V2 matches up against the E-PM2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V2 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 features outer dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM2 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 V2 vs Olympus E-PM2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 V2 and the E-PM2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and E-PM2 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V2 and E-PM2.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively.