Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-PL1s

Here is a extended overview of the Nikon Z fc versus Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z fc was introduced 10 years later than the E-PL1s and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z fc matches up vs the E-PL1s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc features physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1s has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z fc versus the E-PL1s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and E-PL1s is 79 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and E-PL1s.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z fc having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z fc will give extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z fc will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.