Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic GX850

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus E-PL5 vs Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL5 was manufactured 5 years prior to the GX850 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-PL5 scores versus the GX850 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL5 offers outer 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 GX850 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the E-PL5 versus the GX850.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL5 and GX850 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL5 and GX850.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older E-PL5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.