Nikon S4300 vs Olympus E-P1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S4300 and Olympus E-P1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the S4300 (1/2.3") and E-P1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S4300 was introduced 2 years later than the E-P1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S4300 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S4300 matches up against the E-P1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S4300 vs the E-P1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and E-P1 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and E-P1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S4300 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S4300 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent S4300 will have an advantage in sensor technology.