Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic GF8

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and GF8 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL2 was launched 6 years earlier than the GF8 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-PL2 scores against the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic GF8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL2 and the GF8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and GF8 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL2 and GF8.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic GF8 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.