Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax Q

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The E-P2 was launched 14 months earlier than the Q making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-P2 matches up versus the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P2 offers outer measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-P2 and the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and Q is 86 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P2 and Q.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The E-P2 has got the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more aged E-P2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.