Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic GX8, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1 III (20MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 III was manufactured 4 years later than the GX8 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-M1 III grades versus the GX8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 III has got external dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M1 III and the GX8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 III and GX8 is 67 and 74 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 III and GX8.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher E-M1 III should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.