Nikon 1 V3 vs Olympus E-PL1

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon 1 V3 versus Olympus E-PL1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the 1 V3 (18MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the 1 V3 (1") and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V3 was launched 3 years later than the E-PL1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 1 V3 matches up against the E-PL1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V3 and Olympus PEN E-PL1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V3 offers outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has proportions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 V3 versus Olympus E-PL1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 V3 versus the E-PL1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V3 and E-PL1 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V3 and E-PL1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon 1 V3 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer 1 V3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.