Olympus E-PL9 vs Panasonic FX48

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus E-PL9 versus Panasonic FX48, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the E-PL9 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) and the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and FX48 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL9 was brought out 9 years after the FX48 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-PL9 grades versus the FX48 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL9 features external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-PL9 and the FX48.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL9 and FX48 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL9 and FX48.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL9 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL9 will render extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern E-PL9 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.