Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Released May 2013
- Older Model is Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ45
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic FZ40, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is pretty similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and FZ40 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM2 was brought out 2 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the E-PM2 matches up vs the FZ40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Panasonic FZ40
E-PM2 | FZ40 | |||
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Revealed | May 2013 | July 2010 | More recent by 35 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Olympus E-PM2
FZ40 | E-PM2 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic FZ40
E-PM2 | FZ40 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM2 offers outside dimensions 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 Panasonic FZ40 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic FZ40 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 against the FZ40.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and FZ40 is 89 and 68 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and FZ40.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-PM2 will offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer E-PM2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-05-21 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 lb) | 494 grams (1.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 932 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $448 | $420 |