Canon M vs Olympus PEN-F

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon M and Olympus PEN-F, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M (18MP) and the PEN-F (20MP) is relatively similar but the M (APS-C) and PEN-F (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The M was released 4 years before the PEN-F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M grades versus the PEN-F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M and Olympus PEN-F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery and Olympus PEN-F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon M has outside dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Olympus PEN-F has specifications of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Canon M and Olympus PEN-F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M and the PEN-F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M and PEN-F is 89 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M and PEN-F.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus PEN-F will offer more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older M is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.