Olympus E-M5 III vs Panasonic FZ2500

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus E-M5 III vs Panasonic FZ2500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M5 III (20MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is very close but the E-M5 III (Four Thirds) and FZ2500 (1") provide different sensor size.

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The E-M5 III was manufactured 3 years later than the FZ2500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M5 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-M5 III grades versus the FZ2500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M5 III and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M5 III Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 III features exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ2500 has proportions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") along with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-M5 III vs Panasonic FZ2500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-M5 III versus the FZ2500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 III and FZ2500 is 80 and 53 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M5 III and FZ2500.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The E-M5 III provides the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The fresher E-M5 III should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.