Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic G2

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic G2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the E-M5 II (16MP) and G2 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-M5 II was announced 4 years later than the G2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M5 II grades versus the G2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M5 II provides physical measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the E-M5 II and the G2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 II and G2 is 80 and 72 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M5 II and G2.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus E-M5 II to resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer E-M5 II should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.