Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 574g - 134 x 91 x 67mm
- Launched September 2016
- Superseded the Olympus E-M1
- Newer Model is Olympus E-M1 III
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Launched July 2010
- Older Model is Panasonic G1
- New Model is Panasonic G3

Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and G2 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The E-M1 II was announced 6 years later than the G2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-M1 II scores vs the G2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 II over the Panasonic G2
E-M1 II | G2 | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 76 months |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Olympus E-M1 II
G2 | E-M1 II |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic G2
E-M1 II | G2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 II features exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") along with a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 II against the G2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 II and G2 is 68 and 72 respectively.

Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 II and G2.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus E-M1 II to provide more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger E-M1 II provides an edge in sensor tech.

Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-09-19 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM, 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MOV, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 574g (1.27 lbs) | 428g (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.8 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 1312 | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 360 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLH-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Launch cost | $1,700 | $1,000 |