Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic G6

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic G6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the FE-45 (10MP) and G6 (16MP) and the FE-45 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The FE-45 was brought out 5 years before the G6 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the FE-45 scores versus the G6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-45 versus Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-45 compared to the G6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-45 and G6 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-45 and G6.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-45 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic G6 will offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FE-45 is going to be behind in sensor tech.