Olympus E-M5 vs Panasonic GX85

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M5 and Panasonic GX85, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M5 (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-M5 was manufactured 4 years prior to the GX85 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-M5 scores vs the GX85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M5 has got exterior measurements of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has sizing of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M5 compared to the GX85.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 and GX85 is 81 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M5 and GX85.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older E-M5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.