Olympus E-P2 vs Sony W370

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus E-P2 versus Sony W370, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively similar but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and W370 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The E-P2 was revealed 4 months after the W370 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the E-P2 grades versus the W370 when considering 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-W370. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P2 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-P2 versus Sony W370 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the E-P2 compared to the W370.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and W370 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P2 and W370.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-P2 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony W370 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.