Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS20

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus E-PM2 versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is fairly similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was launched 16 months later than the TS20 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the E-PM2 matches up vs the TS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PM2 versus Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PM2 against the TS20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and TS20 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and TS20.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The E-PM2 has the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer E-PM2 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.