Canon M50 vs Olympus E-PL2

Here is a thorough analysis of the Canon M50 versus Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the M50 (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The M50 was released 7 years later than the E-PL2 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the M50 matches up against the E-PL2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M50 Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon M50 features outside dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the M50 and the E-PL2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and E-PL2 is 79 and 85 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 and E-PL2.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M50 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon M50 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent M50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.