Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony T99

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony T99, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and T99 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The E-PM2 was revealed 2 years later than the T99 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-PM2 matches up versus the T99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 provides exterior 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 T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony T99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM2 against the T99.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and T99 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and T99.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-PM2 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-PM2 will resolve more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent E-PM2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.