Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P2

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The Z fc was unveiled 11 years later than the E-P2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Z fc grades against the E-P2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Olympus PEN E-P2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z fc comes with physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Z fc vs the E-P2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and E-P2 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and E-P2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z fc having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z fc will deliver greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger Z fc provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.