Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic GF2

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic GF2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and GF2 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 II was launched 5 years later than the GF2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the E-M1 II grades versus the GF2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 II has got physical measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") along with a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the E-M1 II compared to the GF2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and GF2 is 68 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 II and GF2.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus E-M1 II to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern E-M1 II provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.