Olympus E-M10 II vs Panasonic GF1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-M10 II and Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the E-M10 II (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-M10 II was brought out 5 years after the GF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-M10 II matches up versus the GF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 II has got outside measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M10 II and Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M10 II versus the GF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 II and GF1 is 82 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 II and GF1.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus E-M10 II to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 II will have an advantage in sensor innovation.