Olympus E-PL5 vs Olympus E-PM1

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL5 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are manufactured by Olympus. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the E-PL5 (16MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL5 was introduced 10 months after the E-PM1 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-PL5 grades against the E-PM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL5 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL5 comes with outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL5 and the E-PM1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL5 and E-PM1 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL5 and E-PM1.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus E-PL5 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent E-PL5 should have a benefit in sensor tech.