Olympus E-PL2 vs Olympus E-PL9

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus E-PL2 and Olympus E-PL9, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are offered by Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL2 was introduced 8 years prior to the E-PL9 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the E-PL2 scores versus the E-PL9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL9 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL2 and Olympus E-PL9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL2 and the E-PL9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL2 and E-PL9 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL2 and E-PL9.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus E-PL9 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older E-PL2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.