Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Launched February 2020
- Older Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Released January 2009
- Refreshed by Panasonic G2

Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic G1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and G1 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

The E-M1 III was released 11 years after the G1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the E-M1 III matches up against the G1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Panasonic G1
E-M1 III | G1 | |||
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Released | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 135 months |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+577k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Olympus E-M1 III
G1 | E-M1 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Panasonic G1
E-M1 III | G1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 III features exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic G1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the E-M1 III and the G1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 III and G1 is 67 and 82 respectively.

Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and G1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus E-M1 III to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern E-M1 III is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-02-11 | 2009-01-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic IX | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Cross type focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 580g (1.28 pounds) | 360g (0.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 330 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLH-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Launch price | $1,800 | $0 |