Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic GX7

Below, we are comparing the Olympus E-P2 and Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and GX7 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-P2 was brought out 4 years earlier than the GX7 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the E-P2 grades versus the GX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-P2 has got outside measurements 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 GX7 has specifications of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-P2 and Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-P2 and the GX7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and GX7 is 86 and 81 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P2 and GX7.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic GX7 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.