Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony W330

Following is a in depth assessment of the Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony W330, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and W330 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was introduced 3 years after the W330 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-PM2 matches up versus the W330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 offers 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) whilst the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the E-PM2 vs the W330.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and W330 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and W330.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-PM2 will give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger E-PM2 will have an edge in sensor technology.