Canon M vs Olympus E-P2

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon M vs Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the M (18MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the M (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The M was brought out 2 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M grades versus the E-P2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M & Olympus PEN E-P2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon M provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Olympus E-P2 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M against the E-P2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M and E-P2 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M and E-P2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon M will result in greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern M will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.