Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony W650

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony W650, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is very similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and W650 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The E-PM2 was introduced 17 months later than the W650 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-PM2 scores against the W650 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM2 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony W650 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the E-PM2 versus the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and W650 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and W650.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PM2 contains the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The newer E-PM2 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.