Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100
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Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Introduced June 2020
Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Overview
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).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL5 over the Panasonic G100
E-PL5 | G100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Olympus E-PL5
G100 | E-PL5 | |||
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Introduced | June 2020 | September 2012 | More modern by 94 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1840k | 460k | Clearer display (+1380k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL5 and Panasonic G100
E-PL5 | G100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Olympus E-PL5 versus Panasonic G100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2020-06-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 grams (0.72 pounds) | 352 grams (0.78 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 889 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 270 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $400 | $698 |