Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus E-PL6 and Olympus E-PM2 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PL6 has external dimensions of 111 x 64 x 38 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 325 g (0.72 lb / 11.46 oz) (including batteries). Olympus E-PM2 has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 34 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.34″) and weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL6 and the Olympus E-PM2. Olympus E-PL6 has the same height with Olympus E-PM2. On the other hand, with a width of 111mm, it is 1 wider and also with a thickness of 38mm, it is 4mm thicker than Olympus E-PM2.
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL6 and the Olympus E-PM2 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL6 and Olympus E-PM2.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL6 and the Olympus E-PM2 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus E-PM2 is significantly lighter (56g ) than the Olympus E-PL6 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Olympus E-PL6 and Olympus E-PM2 have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus PEN E-PL6 nor Olympus PEN E-PM2 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus E-PL6 and Olympus E-PM2's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Olympus E-PL6 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus E-PM2 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to E-PL6.
