Olympus E-M5 II vs Olympus E-PL9

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M5 II versus Olympus E-PL9, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M5 II (16MP) and the E-PL9 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-M5 II was launched 4 years prior to the E-PL9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M5 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-M5 II scores against the E-PL9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M5 II enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL9 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M5 II versus Olympus E-PL9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M5 II vs the E-PL9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M5 II and E-PL9 is 80 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M5 II and E-PL9.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged E-M5 II will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.