Olympus E-M10 vs Olympus E-PM2

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M10 versus Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the E-M10 (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-M10 was unveiled 11 months after the E-PM2 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-M10 grades vs the E-PM2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 features outer dimensions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M10 versus Olympus E-PM2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M10 versus the E-PM2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 and E-PM2 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 and E-PM2.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer E-M10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.