V1 should choose Nikon, Sony or Olympus PEN NEX-7 E-P3?

V1 Nikon, Sony and Olympus PEN NEX-7 E-P3 are the members of compact digital cameras equipped with lenses mirrorless debuted recently. So in this third member, who would really object to choose?

Sensor size

Olympus PEN E-P3

On physical size, Sony NEX-7 is king sensor APS-C size which appear on many DSLR system.
Nikon V1 have the smallest sensors, CMOS sensor 13.2 x 8.8 mm, while the E-P3 placed between the CMOS sensor 17.3 x 13.0 mm (Four Thirds model).
In terms of megapixels, Sony is again the largest number with a whopping 24, while 12 and Nikon PEN is ranked last with the number 10.

Sony NEX-7

However, Nikon does not mean that proved inferior opponents when the product is equipped with advanced features such as Smart Photo Selector. The body (body) is quite compact design allows the user to easily put on the jeans pocket on the move.

Viewfinder

Nikon V1

The viewfinder is actually a indispensable for photographers who prefer the professional camera. Just as the famous brand NEX, the Sony camera is quite impressive. And it is inherited from Sony, V1 also owns an impressive viewfinder system (Nikon uses Sony's optical viewfinder).
Meanwhile, the E-P3 is not equipped with the standard viewfinder, you'll have to buy accessories separately if you want the price is quite expensive compared to competitors, about 4 million.

Screen

Olympus PEN E-P3

All three cameras offer something slightly different on the rear display. 3 inch LCD screen of the NEX-7 tilt, very convenient for taking pictures in a difficult position. E-P3 own 3 inch OLED screen supports touch technology, a useful addition that allows users change the focus and other functions quickly. Finally, Nikon V1 own 3 inch TFT LCD screen hing no tilt and no-touch support, which is really a little bit disappointing compared to the price of the camera Nion, especially when using Nikon regularly monitor touchscreen for its Coolpix line.

The lens mount and compatibility

Nikon V1

Nikon has devised a new standard lens called the "Range 1" (a shoe), along with a new lens series, including 10-30mm (f/3.5-5.6) comes standard machines, 30 and tele-110mm f/3.8-5.6 10-100mm (f/4.5-5.6) is designed specifically for video.
At this point, there are quite a few V1 lens choice, but if you use the adapter (optional) will have more expansion options than with the lens system of the Nikon F-mount.
No member of Nikon lens series features a new property with an aperture larger than f/2.8, so the hunter professional photo portraits and photo hunters in low-light environment will feel a little bit disappointing. One consolation for users that V1 is that there will be many more are Nikon lenses promise to appear in the next few years. And this will attract attention to the photographer V1.
In contrast, the E-P3 is compatible with Four Thirds lenses, including portrait lens and f/1.8 45 mm wide angle lens 12 mm f/2.0. E-mount Range of Sony also quite flexible, including a portrait lens and 50 mm f/1.8 30 mm f/3.5 macro lens.
Remarkably, the E-P3 is more machine compatible with the scope of G-series lenses of the Panasonic, both systems use standard Four Thirds mount. This system includes the "power zoom" 14-42 mm lens and Panasonic's new 3D.

Speed

Olympus PEN E-P3

Both V1 and E-P3 is also the manufacturer claims the product line capable of the fastest autofocus system than any camera lens swap today. The full test shows this to be true, but is still doubt about the rate of milliseconds that the firms offer.
V1 Nikon EXPEED processor using three firms which are faster than the D3X DSLR. With this sensor, a player can shoot at 60 frames / second (fps), while NEX-7 is 10 fps and the E-P3 is 3 fps.

Image quality

Sony NEX-7

It's very difficult to give precise answers on the camera for best image quality at this time. However, early reviews show the results of the NEX-7 and V1 is very promising.

Price

Nikon V1

Finally, the important question given that is the price of the product. NEX-7 is the most expensive product in the three above-mentioned products. Prices start of the NEX-7 is $ 1249.99 (with kit lens), V1 is $ 899.95 (with kit lens) and PEN E-P3 is about $ 849.99 (with kit lens).

General remarks

Each camera has something special for each user. While the NEX-7 Sensor largest property owners, the V1 features the most advanced and E-P3 is a choice to fix prices within both.
Clearly Range of V1-1 will be a new experience for users who want to get acquainted, and V1 also has a simple design with features manual controls are hidden in the side menu. Meanwhile, the NEX-7 has a high price but certainly those who want to choose products with large sensor may be willing to pay for the product. Particularly PEN E-P3 is the best product to meet the large sensor, small design, the lens range, with many convenient features such as touch screens and have the best price.