Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-PL1s

The following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z30 and Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Z30 was introduced 11 years after the E-PL1s which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Z30 scores against the E-PL1s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 and Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 provides exterior measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1s has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z30 and Olympus E-PL1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z30 and the E-PL1s.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and E-PL1s is 79 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and E-PL1s.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z30 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z30 will render greater detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Z30 provides an edge in sensor technology.