Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF7

Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-PM1 was introduced 4 years before the GF7 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the E-PM1 scores vs the GF7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM1 features outside dimensions 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 GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the E-PM1 vs the GF7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and GF7 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM1 and GF7.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic GF7 to resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged E-PM1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.