Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic GX1

The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-P2 and Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-P2 was released 22 months prior to the GX1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-P2 matches up against the GX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P2 enjoys outside dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the E-P2 compared to the GX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and GX1 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and GX1.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic GX1 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.