Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic GH2

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic GH2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL6 was released 3 years later than the GH2 and that is a fairly sizable difference 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 GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PL6 grades against the GH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery & Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL6 provides exterior dimensions 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 GH2 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL6 and the GH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and GH2 is 88 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL6 and GH2.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images though you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent E-PL6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.