Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic G3

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-PM2 was revealed 23 months later than the G3 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-PM2 scores vs the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM2 has got physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic G3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the G3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and G3 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and G3.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher E-PM2 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.