Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic GH2

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic GH2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-PM2 was launched 2 years after the GH2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-PM2 matches up versus the GH2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 has got external measurements 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 GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic GH2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PM2 and the GH2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and GH2 is 89 and 70 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and GH2.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer E-PM2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.