Olympus E-P2 vs Samsung EX2F

Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-P2 and Samsung EX2F, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty similar but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-P2 was unveiled 3 years prior to the EX2F and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-P2 matches up vs the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-P2 has outer measurements 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 Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P2 and Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-P2 versus the EX2F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and EX2F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P2 and EX2F.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-P2 features the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The older E-P2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.