Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic ZS100

The following is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic ZS100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and ZS100 (20MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and ZS100 (1") have different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The E-P2 was introduced 6 years earlier than the ZS100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-P2 matches up against the ZS100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P2 comes with external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS100 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic ZS100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P2 vs the ZS100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and ZS100 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and ZS100.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic ZS100 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.