Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic GX8

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic GX8, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL7 was released 10 months before the GX8 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-PL7 grades against the GX8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL7 has got physical dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic GX8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PL7 against the GX8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL7 and GX8 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL7 and GX8.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic GX8 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-PL7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.