Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5
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Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Released October 2013
- Renewed by Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic GM1

Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic GM5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

The E-M1 was launched 10 months prior to the GM5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-M1 grades vs the GM5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Panasonic GM5
E-M1 | GM5 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Olympus E-M1
GM5 | E-M1 | |||
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Revealed | September 2014 | ![]() | October 2013 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1 and Panasonic GM5
E-M1 | GM5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 comes with exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic GM5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M1 against the GM5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and GM5 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 and GM5.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older E-M1 will be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-10-28 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePIC VII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 497g (1.10 pounds) | 211g (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 757 | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 220 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLN-1 | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $799 | $966 |