Olympus E-PM2 vs Samsung DV150F

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PM2 versus Samsung DV150F, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and DV150F (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was announced 5 months later than the DV150F and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-PM2 matches up against the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 offers 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 Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PM2 versus Samsung DV150F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and DV150F is 89 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and DV150F.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PM2 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult.