Canon A3200 IS vs Olympus E-P2

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon A3200 IS versus Olympus E-P2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the E-P2 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the A3200 IS (1/2.3") and E-P2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The A3200 IS was introduced 9 months later than the E-P2 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon A3200 IS being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A3200 IS scores vs the E-P2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Olympus PEN E-P2. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A3200 IS provides external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A3200 IS versus Olympus E-P2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A3200 IS versus the E-P2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and E-P2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and E-P2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A3200 IS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon A3200 IS will show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher A3200 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.