Canon R100 vs Olympus E-P2

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon R100 versus Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the R100 (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The R100 was brought out 13 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the R100 scores against the E-P2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R100 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R100 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon R100 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Olympus E-P2 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the R100 versus the E-P2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R100 and E-P2 is 76 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R100 and E-P2.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R100 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R100 will show greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger R100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.