Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony RX10 IV

Following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony RX10 IV, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is relatively similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and RX10 IV (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was manufactured 5 years prior to the RX10 IV which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-PM2 grades vs the RX10 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 provides physical 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) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony RX10 IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM2 and the RX10 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and RX10 IV is 89 and 52 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and RX10 IV.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged E-PM2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.