Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5
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Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL1s
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Older Model is Panasonic GF3
- Updated by Panasonic GF6
Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL2 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the GF5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-PL2 matches up vs the GF5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Panasonic GF5
E-PL2 | GF5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Olympus E-PL2
GF5 | E-PL2 | |||
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Introduced | April 2012 | February 2011 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL2 and Panasonic GF5
E-PL2 | GF5 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL2 has outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL2 versus the GF5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and GF5 is 85 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL2 and GF5.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older E-PL2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-02-11 | 2012-04-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Truepic V | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 362 gr (0.80 pounds) | 267 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.2 | 10.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 573 | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photos | 360 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $600 |