Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5N

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is very comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-5N (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was manufactured 20 months later than the NEX-5N making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the E-PM2 grades versus the NEX-5N in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony NEX-5N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 vs the NEX-5N.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and NEX-5N is 89 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and NEX-5N.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The E-PM2 has the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh trickier. The more recent E-PM2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.