Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic G2

Following is a complete overview of the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-PM1 was released 17 months after the G2 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-PM1 matches up vs the G2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM1 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PM1 and the G2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and G2 is 89 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM1 and G2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of files though you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern E-PM1 should have an edge in sensor technology.