Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GX8

Following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic GX8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 was released 20 months prior to the GX8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-M1 matches up versus the GX8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 features external dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-M1 versus the GX8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and GX8 is 71 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 and GX8.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic GX8 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged E-M1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.