Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic FZ70, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and FZ70 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P2 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the FZ70 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-P2 matches up vs the FZ70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P2 has got physical dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic FZ70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P2 vs the FZ70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and FZ70 is 86 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and FZ70.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ70 will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.