Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2
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Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 299g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Launched September 2019
- Earlier Model is Canon M100
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL1s
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL3
Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the M200 (24MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the M200 (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe M200 was manufactured 8 years later than the E-PL2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M200 matches up against the E-PL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M200 & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M200 Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M200 over the Olympus E-PL2
M200 | E-PL2 | |||
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Introduced | September 2019 | February 2011 | Fresher by 105 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Canon M200
E-PL2 | M200 |
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Common features in the Canon M200 and Olympus E-PL2
M200 | E-PL2 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon M200 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL2 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).
Examine the Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the M200 and the E-PL2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M200 and E-PL2 is 88 and 85 respectively.
Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M200 and E-PL2.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M200 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon M200 will render greater detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern M200 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon M200 vs Olympus E-PL2 Specifications
Canon EOS M200 | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS M200 | Olympus PEN E-PL2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-09-25 | 2011-02-11 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 8 | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.1 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | SB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 lbs) | 362g (0.80 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 315 images | 280 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $549 | $0 |