Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7
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Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Announced September 2016
- Previous Model is Olympus E-PL7
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL9
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF6
- Successor is Panasonic GF8
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Olympus E-PL8 versus Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL8 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe E-PL8 was brought out 20 months after the GF7 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-PL8 grades vs the GF7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Panasonic GF7
E-PL8 | GF7 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | February 2015 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Olympus E-PL8
GF7 | E-PL8 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Sharper display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL8 and Panasonic GF7
E-PL8 | GF7 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL8 comes with external measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-PL8 versus Panasonic GF7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL8 against the GF7.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL8 and GF7 is 86 and 90 respectively.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL8 and GF7.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher E-PL8 provides an edge in sensor technology.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-09-19 | 2015-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 357 grams (0.79 lbs) | 266 grams (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $500 | $308 |