Olympus E-PM1 vs Olympus E-PM2

Below is a complete overview of the Olympus E-PM1 versus Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both created by Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-PM1 was released 18 months before the E-PM2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the E-PM2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PM1 versus Olympus E-PM2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PM1 versus the E-PM2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and E-PM2 is 89 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and E-PM2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus E-PM2 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older E-PM1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.