Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-PM2

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z fc was announced 8 years after the E-PM2 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z fc grades versus the E-PM2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z fc offers physical dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-PM2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z fc and the E-PM2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and E-PM2 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z fc and E-PM2.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z fc using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z fc will deliver extra detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher Z fc is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.