Olympus E-PL2 vs Sony WX350

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL2 vs Sony WX350, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and WX350 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL2 was manufactured 4 years before the WX350 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the E-PL2 grades vs the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL2 provides exterior measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL2 vs Sony WX350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the E-PL2 versus the WX350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and WX350 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL2 and WX350.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PL2 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony WX350 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.