Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic G100

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL6 and Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the G100 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL6 was brought out 6 years prior to the G100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PL6 grades against the G100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL6 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) and the Panasonic G100 has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PL6 and Panasonic G100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL6 and the G100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and G100 is 88 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and G100.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic G100 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged E-PL6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.