Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s
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Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Launched October 2013
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Released November 2010
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL1
- New Model is Olympus E-PL2

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus E-P5 and Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the E-P5 (16MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The E-P5 was introduced 2 years later than the E-PL1s and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-P5 scores against the E-PL1s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Olympus E-PL1s
E-P5 | E-PL1s | |||
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Released | October 2013 | ![]() | November 2010 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+807k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Olympus E-P5
E-PL1s | E-P5 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P5 and Olympus E-PL1s
E-P5 | E-PL1s | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P5 comes with outer measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL1s has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-P5 and Olympus E-PL1s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P5 versus the E-PL1s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and E-PL1s is 85 and 86 respectively.

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and E-PL1s.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus E-P5 to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer E-P5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P5 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P5 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-10-03 | 2010-11-16 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 420 grams (0.93 lb) | 334 grams (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 895 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 290 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $389 | $599 |