Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1

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).

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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.

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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.

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.