Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic GX850

Below, we are comparing the Olympus E-PL7 versus Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL7 was revealed 3 years earlier than the GX850 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the E-PL7 matches up vs the GX850 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL7 enjoys physical measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic GX850 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Olympus E-PL7 versus Panasonic GX850 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PL7 and the GX850.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL7 and GX850 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL7 and GX850.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older E-PL7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.