Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic GF8

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL6 versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL6 was unveiled 18 months before the GF8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PL6 scores vs the GF8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL6 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the E-PL6 versus the GF8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and GF8 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and GF8.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged E-PL6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.