Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic GF5

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus E-PL6 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL6 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL6 was launched 2 years later than the GF5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the E-PL6 matches up against the GF5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL6 has outer measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-PL6 and Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PL6 vs the GF5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and GF5 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL6 and GF5.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus E-PL6 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent E-PL6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.