Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5 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
- Launched November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Replaced the Panasonic GF3
- Updated by Panasonic GF6
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM1 was revealed 4 months earlier than the GF5 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-PM1 matches up against the GF5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Panasonic GF5
E-PM1 | GF5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Olympus E-PM1
GF5 | E-PM1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GF5
E-PM1 | GF5 | |||
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Revealed | November 2011 | April 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM1 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the E-PM1 and the GF5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and GF5 is 89 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and GF5.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images although you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-11-23 | 2012-04-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160s | 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) | 267 grams (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 10.0 |
DXO Low light score | 499 | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 360 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $499 | $600 |