Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony NEX-6

Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-6 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was unveiled 2 months later than the NEX-6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E-PM2 grades vs the NEX-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 and the NEX-6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and NEX-6 is 89 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and NEX-6.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PM2 comes with the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh more difficult.