Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PM1

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon M10 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The M10 was launched 3 years later than the E-PM1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M10 grades against the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M10 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M10 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check the Canon M10 and Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M10 compared to the E-PM1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M10 and E-PM1 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M10 and E-PM1.

To sum up, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M10 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon M10 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher M10 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.