Olympus E-PL1 vs Samsung EX2F

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus E-PL1 and Samsung EX2F, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty close but the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and EX2F (1/1.7") possess different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL1 was brought out 3 years before the EX2F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-PL1 grades versus the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL1 & Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1 features physical dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL1 and Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL1 versus the EX2F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1 and EX2F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and EX2F.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The E-PL1 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh easier. The older E-PL1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.