Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5R
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Released May 2013
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2012
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5N
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-5T
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Below, we are matching up the Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is fairly well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-5R (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-PM2 was brought out 9 months later than the NEX-5R and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E-PM2 scores against the NEX-5R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Sony NEX-5R
| E-PM2 | NEX-5R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2013 |  | August 2012 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Olympus E-PM2
| NEX-5R | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony NEX-5R
| E-PM2 | NEX-5R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM2 has external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 versus the NEX-5R.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and NEX-5R is 89 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and NEX-5R.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 offers the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more modern E-PM2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2013-05-21 | 2012-08-29 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 35 | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | - | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 23.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | 13.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | 932 | 910 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 360 pictures | 330 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BLS-5 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $448 | $750 |
