Canon M10 vs Olympus E-P1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon M10 and Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M10 was brought out 6 years later than the E-P1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M10 matches up against the E-P1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M10 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon M10 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Olympus E-P1 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M10 compared to the E-P1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and E-P1 is 88 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and E-P1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M10 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M10 will deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern M10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.