Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony W370

Following is a extended analysis of the Olympus E-PM1 versus Sony W370, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively close but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and W370 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM1 was brought out 23 months after the W370 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the E-PM1 scores against the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM1 features external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PM1 versus Sony W370 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM1 and the W370.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and W370 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and W370.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PM1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony W370 will render greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher E-PM1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.