Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic G2

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-P1 was released 11 months before the G2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-P1 matches up against the G2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P1 provides exterior dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic G2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the E-P1 versus the G2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P1 and G2 is 86 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P1 and G2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older E-P1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.