Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic TS30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was brought out 19 months prior to the TS30 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PM2 grades versus the TS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys outer 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 TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 vs the TS30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and TS30 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and TS30.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PM2 features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The older E-PM2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.