Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic GX1

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-520 vs Panasonic GX1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-520 (10MP) and GX1 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-520 was brought out 4 years before the GX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the E-520 scores versus the GX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-520 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-520 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-520 provides outside measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the E-520 and the GX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-520 and GX1 is 68 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-520 and GX1.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic GX1 to deliver extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged E-520 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.