Olympus E-500 vs Panasonic GH2

Following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus E-500 and Panasonic GH2, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the E-500 (8MP) and GH2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-500 was brought out 6 years prior to the GH2 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-500 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-500 grades vs the GH2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-500 Gallery & Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-500 has got exterior dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Panasonic GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-500 against the GH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-500 and GH2 is 70 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-500 and GH2.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic GH2 to give you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged E-500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.