Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL5 versus Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the G100 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL5 was announced 8 years prior to the G100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-PL5 matches up vs the G100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL5 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL5 features physical measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL5 vs the G100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL5 and G100 is 88 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL5 and G100.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic G100 to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged E-PL5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.