Olympus E-P2 vs Sony W350

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus E-P2 vs Sony W350, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and W350 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The E-P2 was released 4 months after the W350 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-P2 grades against the W350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P2 provides exterior dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P2 vs Sony W350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-P2 and the W350.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and W350 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and W350.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-P2 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony W350 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively.