Olympus E-450 vs Panasonic GF1

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus E-450 versus Panasonic GF1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-450 (10MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-450 was revealed 6 months before the GF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-450 grades versus the GF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-450 offers outside measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-450 versus Panasonic GF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-450 vs the GF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-450 and GF1 is 77 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-450 and GF1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic GF1 to result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.