Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Introduced January 2018
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GH5S, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the GH5S (10MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (Four Thirds).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM1 was released 7 years prior to the GH5S and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the GH5S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Panasonic GH5S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Panasonic GH5S
E-PM1 | GH5S |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Olympus E-PM1
GH5S | E-PM1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2018 | November 2011 | More recent by 74 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 460k | Crisper display (+1160k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GH5S
E-PM1 | GH5S | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM1 features outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5S has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GH5S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM1 and the GH5S.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and GH5S is 89 and 62 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and GH5S.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus E-PM1 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The older E-PM1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH5S Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-11-23 | 2018-01-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | Venus Engine 10 |
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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3680 x 2760 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 1,620 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 gr (0.58 lb) | 660 gr (1.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 499 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 440 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Cost at release | $499 | $2,498 |