OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic GX9

Its time to examine more closely at the OM System OM-5 versus Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The OM System OM-5 was introduced 4 years after the GX9 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the OM System OM-5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the OM System OM-5 scores vs the GX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for OM System OM-5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are provided at OM System OM-5 Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The OM System OM-5 enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has specifications of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the OM System OM-5 versus the GX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the OM System OM-5 and GX9 is 80 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the OM System OM-5 and GX9.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer OM System OM-5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.