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-PL8 and Nikon 1 V3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PL8 has external dimensions of 115 x 67 x 38 mm (4.53 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 357 g (0.79 lb / 12.59 oz) (including batteries). Nikon 1 V3 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 33 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.3″) and weighs 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL8 and the Nikon 1 V3. Nikon 1 V3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Olympus E-PL8.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL8 and Nikon 1 V3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL8 and Nikon 1 V3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus E-PL8 is 24g lighter than the Nikon 1 V3 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
Unfortunately neither the Olympus PEN E-PL8 nor Nikon 1 V3 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus E-PL8 and Nikon 1 V3's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.