Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic FZ28

Following is a extended review of the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic FZ28, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and FZ28 (10MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and FZ28 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1 II was brought out 7 years after the FZ28 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E-M1 II grades against the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 II has external dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 II compared to the FZ28.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and FZ28 is 68 and 72 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 II and FZ28.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-M1 II featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M1 II will offer you more detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.