Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-PM1

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The Z30 was revealed 10 years later than the E-PM1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z30 scores against the E-PM1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z30 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z30 offers physical measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-PM1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z30 and the E-PM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and E-PM1 is 79 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z30 and E-PM1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z30 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z30 will offer extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern Z30 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.