Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic ZS45

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic ZS45, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and ZS45 (16MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and ZS45 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The E-M1 II was launched 21 months later than the ZS45 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-M1 II scores vs the ZS45 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 II features outer dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1 II versus the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 II and ZS45 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 II and ZS45.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 II will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.