Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-P2

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus E-450 versus Olympus E-P2, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-450 (10MP) and the E-P2 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-450 was released 12 months before the E-P2 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-450 scores against the E-P2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-450 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-450 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-450 provides physical measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Olympus E-P2 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-450 and the E-P2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-450 and E-P2 is 77 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-450 and E-P2.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus E-P2 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged E-450 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.