Olympus E-PL2 vs Sony W620

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL2 and Sony W620, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and W620 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL2 was revealed 11 months before the W620 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-PL2 matches up versus the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL2 has outer 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) while the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PL2 and Sony W620 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL2 compared to the W620.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and W620 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and W620.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PL2 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W620 will give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.