Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus E-PL2

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus E-PL1 vs Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the E-PL2 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL1 was announced 9 months earlier than the E-PL2 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-PL1 scores against the E-PL2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL1 & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL2 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL1 vs the E-PL2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1 and E-PL2 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and E-PL2.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged E-PL1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.