Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic LF1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic LF1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P2 was brought out 4 years before the LF1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the E-P2 grades vs the LF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P2 features outside dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic LF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-P2 against the LF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and LF1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and LF1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-P2 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier. The older E-P2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.