Olympus E-600 vs Panasonic GF1

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-600 versus Panasonic GF1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-600 was brought out at a similar time to the GF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-600 grades vs the GF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-600 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-600 versus Panasonic GF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the E-600 and the GF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-600 and GF1 is 71 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-600 and GF1.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account.