Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony WX10

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony WX10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and WX10 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was unveiled 2 years after the WX10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the E-PM2 grades against the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PM2 versus Sony WX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the E-PM2 and the WX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and WX10 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and WX10.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 features the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The newer E-PM2 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.