Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic GX9

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus E-PL5 versus Panasonic GX9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL5 was unveiled 6 years prior to the GX9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the E-PL5 grades vs the GX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL5 has got external 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 GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL5 versus Panasonic GX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL5 against the GX9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL5 and GX9 is 88 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL5 and GX9.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic GX9 to give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older E-PL5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.