Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic GX8

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic GX8, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-PL1s (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-PL1s was brought out 5 years before the GX8 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-PL1s matches up against the GX8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL1s has exterior dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic GX8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL1s versus the GX8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1s and GX8 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL1s and GX8.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic GX8 to give you more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1s is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.