Canon G15 vs Olympus E-PL2
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Canon G15 vs Olympus E-PL2 Key Specs
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Announced February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus E-PL1s
- New Model is Olympus E-PL3
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Below is a thorough overview of the Canon G15 versus Olympus E-PL2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the E-PL2 (12MP) is very similar but the G15 (1/1.7") and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G15 was introduced 20 months later than the E-PL2 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon G15 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G15 grades versus the E-PL2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Olympus E-PL2
| G15 | E-PL2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2012 |  | February 2011 | More recent by 20 months |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Canon G15
| E-PL2 | G15 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G15 and Olympus E-PL2
| G15 | E-PL2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon G15 vs Olympus E-PL2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G15 offers physical measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G15 versus Olympus E-PL2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the G15 versus the E-PL2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and E-PL2 is 86 and 85 respectively.
Canon G15 vs Olympus E-PL2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G15 and E-PL2.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The G15 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more difficult. The more recent G15 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon G15 vs Olympus E-PL2 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G15 | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Olympus |
| Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Olympus PEN E-PL2 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2011-02-11 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Truepic V |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4032 x 3024 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 107 |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 922k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 10.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 352 grams (0.78 pounds) | 362 grams (0.80 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 46 | 55 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | 21.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 10.2 |
| DXO Low light score | 165 | 573 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 280 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-10L | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $499 | $0 |
