Olympus E-5 vs Panasonic G1

The following is a extended analysis of the Olympus E-5 and Panasonic G1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the G1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-5 was brought out 2 years after the G1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the E-5 scores against the G1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-5 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-5 comes with exterior dimensions of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the E-5 and the G1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-5 and G1 is 58 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-5 and G1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern E-5 will have a benefit in sensor technology.