Olympus E-P2 vs Sony ZV-E10

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-P2 vs Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P2 was brought out 12 years before the ZV-E10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-P2 scores vs the ZV-E10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Sony ZV-E10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P2 enjoys 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) whilst the Sony ZV-E10 has measurements of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P2 vs Sony ZV-E10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the E-P2 compared to the ZV-E10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and ZV-E10 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and ZV-E10.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony ZV-E10 will deliver greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.