Canon M3 vs Olympus E-PM2

Lets look more closely at the Canon M3 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The M3 was launched 21 months after the E-PM2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M3 grades against the E-PM2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon M3 offers external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Canon M3 and Olympus E-PM2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the M3 versus the E-PM2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M3 and E-PM2 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and E-PM2.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M3 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon M3 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger M3 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.