Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5
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Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Introduced April 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-P1
- Renewed by Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Introduced October 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-P3

Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus E-P5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and E-P5 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

The E-P2 was released 4 years prior to the E-P5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E-P2 matches up against the E-P5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Olympus PEN E-P5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Olympus E-P5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Olympus E-P5
E-P2 | E-P5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Olympus E-P2
E-P5 | E-P2 | |||
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Introduced | October 2013 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus E-P5
E-P2 | E-P5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P2 has got external measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P5 has measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).
See the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus E-P5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P2 vs the E-P5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and E-P5 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P2 and E-P5.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus E-P5 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 will be behind in sensor tech.

Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P5 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P2 | Olympus PEN E-P5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P2 | Olympus PEN E-P5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-04-22 | 2013-10-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/320 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 355 grams (0.78 pounds) | 420 grams (0.93 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 56 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 505 | 895 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $799 | $389 |