Olympus E-M10 III vs Panasonic GF1

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-M10 III and Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the E-M10 III (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-M10 III was released 7 years after the GF1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the E-M10 III grades versus the GF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 III enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M10 III and Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M10 III and the GF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 III and GF1 is 80 and 85 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 III and GF1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus E-M10 III to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer E-M10 III is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.