Olympus E-PL2 vs Olympus TG-610

Here, we are comparing the Olympus E-PL2 vs Olympus TG-610, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is very well matched but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and TG-610 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-PL2 was brought out 2 months later than the TG-610 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the E-PL2 matches up vs the TG-610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Olympus TG-610. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Olympus TG-610 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL2 has got outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-610 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PL2 vs Olympus TG-610 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL2 and the TG-610.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and TG-610 is 85 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL2 and TG-610.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-PL2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus TG-610 will give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively.