Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FH25

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic FH25, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and FH25 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was released 2 years later than the FH25 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-PM2 grades against the FH25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM2 has external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the FH25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and FH25 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and FH25.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The E-PM2 uses the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The younger E-PM2 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.