Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony A35

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PM2 vs Sony A35, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is relatively similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and A35 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was revealed 21 months after the A35 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-PM2 scores versus the A35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony A35 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the A35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and A35 is 89 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and A35.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-PM2 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more recent E-PM2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.