Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF6

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-P5 was revealed 6 months later than the GF6 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-P5 scores vs the GF6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

See the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic GF6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the E-P5 against the GF6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and GF6 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P5 and GF6.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to take the age of the products into consideration.