Canon S120 vs Olympus E-P2

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon S120 and Olympus E-P2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the E-P2 (12MP) is fairly close but the S120 (1/1.7") and E-P2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The S120 was launched 3 years after the E-P2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon S120 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S120 grades against the E-P2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S120 and Olympus PEN E-P2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery and Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Look at the Canon S120 and Olympus E-P2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S120 against the E-P2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S120 and E-P2 is 92 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and E-P2.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The S120 has got the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more recent S120 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.