Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony HX1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony HX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the E-PM2 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was brought out 4 years after the HX1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E-PM2 scores versus the HX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM2 has got exterior 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 HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony HX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 versus the HX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and HX1 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and HX1.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PM2 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will resolve greater detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger E-PM2 should have a benefit in sensor technology.