Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony WX350

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony WX350, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and WX350 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PM2 was revealed 8 months earlier than the WX350 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short view of how the E-PM2 scores vs the WX350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM2 and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-PM2 vs the WX350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and WX350 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and WX350.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony WX350 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older E-PM2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.