Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus E-PL9 and Nikon 1 AW1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PL9 has external dimensions of 117 x 68 x 39 mm (4.61 x 2.68 x 1.54″) and weighs 380 g (0.84 lb / 13.40 oz) (including batteries). Nikon 1 AW1 has external dimensions of 114 x 72 x 37 mm (4.47 x 2.81 x 1.46″) and weighs 356 g (0.78 lb / 12.6 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Nikon 1 AW1. Nikon 1 AW1 is 3mm narrower and 2mm thinner than Olympus E-PL9 but it is also 4mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and Nikon 1 AW1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL9 and Nikon 1 AW1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon 1 AW1 is 24g lighter than the Olympus E-PL9 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the 1 AW1, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the E-PL9.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus E-PL9 and Nikon 1 AW1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Olympus E-PL9 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon 1 AW1 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to E-PL9.