Canon M100 vs Olympus E-PM2

On this page, we are comparing the Canon M100 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The M100 was manufactured 4 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the M100 matches up vs the E-PM2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M100 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The entire galleries are available at Canon M100 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon M100 has got outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Canon M100 and Olympus E-PM2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the M100 vs the E-PM2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M100 and E-PM2 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M100 and E-PM2.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M100 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon M100 will show more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher M100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.