Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic G6

The following is a thorough review of the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-PM2 was released very close to the G6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-PM2 scores vs the G6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM2 has got physical measurements 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 G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PM2 versus the G6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and G6 is 89 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and G6.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account.