The Olympus PEN E-PL5 is 3 mm narrower, 7.8 mm shorter, 1.2 mm deeper and 12 g heavier than the Nikon 1 AW1.
| Nikon 1 AW1 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Size (W × H × D) | 113.5 × 71.5 × 37 mm | 110.5 × 63.7 × 38.2 mm |
| Weight | 313 g | 325 g |
| Lens | Nikon 1 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Sensor | — | Four Thirds |
| Announced | 2013 | 2012 |