Olympus E-P5 vs Samsung ST700

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-P5 versus Samsung ST700, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and ST700 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The E-P5 was launched 2 years after the ST700 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the E-P5 matches up vs the ST700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Samsung ST700. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-P5 enjoys physical measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Olympus E-P5 versus Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-P5 versus the ST700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P5 and ST700 is 85 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and ST700.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The E-P5 provides the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The fresher E-P5 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.