Olympus E-400 vs Olympus E-PM2

Following is a extensive review of the Olympus E-400 vs Olympus E-PM2, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the E-400 (10MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-400 was revealed 7 years earlier than the E-PM2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-400 scores vs the E-PM2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-400 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-400 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-400 offers external dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM2 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-400 vs Olympus E-PM2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the E-400 vs the E-PM2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-400 and E-PM2 is 77 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-400 and E-PM2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus E-PM2 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged E-400 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.