Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1
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Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 120 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced August 2015
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M10
- Renewed by Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Revealed May 2010
- New Model is Olympus E-PL1s

Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus E-M10 II and Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the E-M10 II (16MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

The E-M10 II was revealed 5 years later than the E-PL1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-M10 II scores versus the E-PL1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 II over the Olympus E-PL1
E-M10 II | E-PL1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2015 | ![]() | May 2010 | More recent by 65 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Olympus E-M10 II
E-PL1 | E-M10 II |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 II and Olympus E-PL1
E-M10 II | E-PL1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-M10 II features outer dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1 has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 II and Olympus E-PL1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M10 II against the E-PL1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 II and E-PL1 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 II and E-PL1.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus E-M10 II to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 II | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M10 II | Olympus PEN E-PL1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-08-25 | 2010-05-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, flash off, 1st-curtain slow sync w/redeye, 1st-curtain slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/30p/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390 grams (0.86 lb) | 334 grams (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 83 x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 842 | 487 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec., 2 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $288 |