Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and SH-2 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PM2 was launched 21 months prior to the SH-2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-PM2 matches up versus the SH-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-PM2 and the SH-2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and SH-2 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and SH-2.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PM2 comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The older E-PM2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.