Nikon S570 vs Olympus E-P2

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S570 vs Olympus E-P2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the E-P2 (12MP) is very comparable but the S570 (1/2.3") and E-P2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S570 was launched 8 months before the E-P2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S570 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S570 matches up against the E-P2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S570 comes with outside measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has dimensions 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 Nikon S570 vs Olympus E-P2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S570 versus the E-P2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and E-P2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and E-P2.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The S570 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The older S570 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.