Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic FH2

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus E-PL2 and Panasonic FH2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and FH2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL2 was brought out 2 months later than the FH2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the E-PL2 matches up against the FH2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL2 and the FH2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and FH2 is 85 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and FH2.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-PL2 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FH2 will show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.