Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic GX8

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus E-PL6 versus Panasonic GX8, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-PL6 was announced 11 months earlier than the GX8 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-PL6 grades versus the GX8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL6 offers outer dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has specifications of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL6 versus Panasonic GX8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL6 and the GX8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL6 and GX8 is 88 and 74 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL6 and GX8.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic GX8 to give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged E-PL6 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.