Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1
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Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 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
- Previous Model is Olympus E-P1
- Updated by Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 275g - 111 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Olympus. The resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is relatively close but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and XZ-1 (1/1.63") posses different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-P2 was launched 9 months prior to the XZ-1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus XZ-1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-P2 scores versus the XZ-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Olympus XZ-1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Olympus XZ-1
E-P2 | XZ-1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-1 over the Olympus E-P2
XZ-1 | E-P2 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | April 2010 | Newer by 9 months | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus XZ-1
E-P2 | XZ-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P2 features external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the E-P2 compared to the XZ-1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and XZ-1 is 86 and 88 respectively.
Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and XZ-1.
All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-P2 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus XZ-1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P2 | Olympus XZ-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P2 | Olympus XZ-1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-04-22 | 2011-01-26 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic V | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3664 x 2752 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355g (0.78 lb) | 275g (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 111 x 65 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | 34 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | 18.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.4 | 10.4 |
DXO Low light score | 505 | 117 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 320 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $799 | $567 |