OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G6

Here is a extensive analysis of the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G6, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and G6 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The OM System OM-5 was unveiled 9 years later than the G6 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the OM System OM-5 matches up versus the G6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for OM System OM-5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The full galleries are available at OM System OM-5 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The OM System OM-5 comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the OM System OM-5 against the G6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the OM System OM-5 and G6 is 80 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the OM System OM-5 and G6.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the OM System OM-5 to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger OM System OM-5 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.