Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony H90

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony H90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was announced 15 months later than the H90 which makes 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 Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PM2 matches up vs the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys 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) and the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM2 against the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and H90 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and H90.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh easier. The newer E-PM2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.