Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic GH2

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic GH2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and GH2 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-P2 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the GH2 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E-P2 scores vs the GH2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P2 features exterior measurements 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 Panasonic GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic GH2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the E-P2 vs the GH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and GH2 is 86 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P2 and GH2.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic GH2 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.