Canon 77D vs Olympus E-PM1

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon 77D versus Olympus E-PM1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the 77D (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 77D was unveiled 5 years after the E-PM1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 77D matches up against the E-PM1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The full galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 77D comes with outside measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check the Canon 77D versus Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 77D and the E-PM1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 77D and E-PM1 is 66 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 77D and E-PM1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 77D with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 77D will resolve more detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 77D will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.