Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PL2

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PL2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Olympus. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 III was manufactured 9 years after the E-PL2 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-M1 III matches up against the E-PL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 III comes with outside dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PL2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M1 III versus the E-PL2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 III and E-PL2 is 67 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 III and E-PL2.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus E-M1 III to offer you extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 III is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.