Nikon Z7 II vs Olympus E-M1

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z7 II versus Olympus E-M1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and E-M1 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and E-M1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.

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The Z7 II was announced 7 years after the E-M1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Z7 II grades against the E-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Olympus OM-D E-M1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Olympus E-M1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Olympus E-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 II vs the E-M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and E-M1 is 61 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and E-M1.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you more detail with its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Z7 II will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.