Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic FH8

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic FH8, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and FH8 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1 III was released 8 years after the FH8 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-M1 III matches up versus the FH8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 III has exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic FH8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M1 III and the FH8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 III and FH8 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 III and FH8.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-M1 III featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M1 III will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 III should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.