Olympus E-M10 II vs Panasonic G5

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus E-M10 II vs Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M10 II (16MP) and the G5 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-M10 II was introduced 3 years later than the G5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-M10 II grades against the G5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 II has physical measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M10 II vs Panasonic G5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M10 II and the G5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 II and G5 is 82 and 74 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 II and G5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern E-M10 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.