Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax H90

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-PM2 and Pentax H90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PM2 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) and the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was revealed 3 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the E-PM2 grades against the H90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 provides outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PM2 and Pentax H90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the H90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and H90 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and H90.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus E-PM2 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent E-PM2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.