Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's look much closer at the Olympus E-PM2 versus Pentax WG-2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly close but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was introduced 16 months later than the WG-2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-PM2 matches up versus the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM2 has exterior 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 Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM2 versus Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the E-PM2 versus the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and WG-2 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and WG-2.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PM2 features the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern E-PM2 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.