Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G9

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the G9 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL5 was released 6 years before the G9 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-PL5 grades versus the G9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL5 has got exterior dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic G9 has sizing of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic G9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PL5 and the G9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL5 and G9 is 88 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL5 and G9.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic G9 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older E-PL5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.