Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic GX85

The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus E-PL1s and Panasonic GX85, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL1s (12MP) and GX85 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-PL1s was launched 6 years prior to the GX85 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-PL1s grades against the GX85 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL1s enjoys outside dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL1s and Panasonic GX85 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL1s and the GX85.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1s and GX85 is 86 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1s and GX85.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic GX85 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1s will be behind with regard to sensor tech.