Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax S1

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax S1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was released 2 years after the S1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PM2 matches up against the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys external dimensions 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 Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the E-PM2 against the S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and S1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and S1.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PM2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher E-PM2 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.