Canon M100 vs Olympus E-P1

Here, we are matching up the Canon M100 versus Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The M100 was introduced 8 years after the E-P1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M100 scores versus the E-P1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The whole galleries are available at Canon M100 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon M100 has outside measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Olympus E-P1 has specifications of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Canon M100 versus Olympus E-P1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the M100 compared to the E-P1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M100 and E-P1 is 88 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M100 and E-P1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M100 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon M100 will provide extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger M100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.