Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus 7030

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus E-PM2 versus Olympus 7030, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is relatively close but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and 7030 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PM2 was manufactured 3 years after the 7030 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 7030 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-PM2 grades versus the 7030 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Olympus Stylus 7030. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Olympus 7030 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM2 features outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Olympus 7030 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM2 versus Olympus 7030 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PM2 vs the 7030.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and 7030 is 89 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and 7030.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-PM2 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher E-PM2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.