Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-PL2

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-PL2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The Z5 was introduced 9 years later than the E-PL2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z5 matches up vs the E-PL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL2 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-PL2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5 compared to the E-PL2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and E-PL2 is 62 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and E-PL2.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z5 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z5 will give more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Z5 should have an advantage in sensor technology.