Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus 5010

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus 5010, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the 5010 (14MP) is very close but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and 5010 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was announced 3 years after the 5010 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-PM2 grades vs the 5010 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Olympus Stylus 5010. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Olympus 5010 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Olympus 5010 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus 5010 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-PM2 versus the 5010.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and 5010 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and 5010.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PM2 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-PM2 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer E-PM2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.