Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FS42

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic FS42, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the E-PM2 (16MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and FS42 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was brought out 4 years after the FS42 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-PM2 scores versus the FS42 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic FS42 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 vs the FS42.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and FS42 is 89 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and FS42.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will give you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer E-PM2 will have a benefit in sensor technology.