Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic ZS35

The following is a extended comparison of the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic ZS35, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was brought out 7 months earlier than the ZS35 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-PM2 grades vs the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 has external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the E-PM2 and the ZS35.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and ZS35 is 89 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and ZS35.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The E-PM2 uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more aged E-PM2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.