Olympus E-P1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus E-P1 versus Sony ZV-E1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is very well matched but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) provide different sensor measurements.

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The E-P1 was launched 14 years before the ZV-E1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-P1 scores versus the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-P1 provides exterior dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-P1 versus Sony ZV-E1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-P1 compared to the ZV-E1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and ZV-E1 is 86 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P1 and ZV-E1.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The E-P1 uses the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged E-P1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.