Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus TG-320

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus TG-320, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and TG-320 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-PM2 was introduced 17 months after the TG-320 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-PM2 grades vs the TG-320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Olympus TG-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Olympus TG-320 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus TG-320 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PM2 and the TG-320.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and TG-320 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and TG-320.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-PM2 will give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent E-PM2 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.