Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic FX75

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic FX75, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty close but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and FX75 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL2 was revealed 9 months after the FX75 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-PL2 scores versus the FX75 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL2 has external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has proportions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic FX75 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL2 and the FX75.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL2 and FX75 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and FX75.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FX75 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer E-PL2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.