Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic GX8

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-PL1 versus Panasonic GX8, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the E-PL1 (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL1 was announced 6 years earlier than the GX8 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-PL1 grades against the GX8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL1 has exterior dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-PL1 vs the GX8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1 and GX8 is 86 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL1 and GX8.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic GX8 to resolve extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.