Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic G9

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus E-520 versus Panasonic G9, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the E-520 (10MP) and G9 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-520 was launched 10 years earlier than the G9 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-520 matches up against the G9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-520 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-520 Gallery & Panasonic G9 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-520 has got outer dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-520 and the G9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-520 and G9 is 68 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-520 and G9.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic G9 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged E-520 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.