Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 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
- Announced November 2011
- Newer Model is Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Released July 2009
- Newer Model is Panasonic GH2
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PM1 was manufactured 2 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-PM1 matches up against the GH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Panasonic GH1
E-PM1 | GH1 | |||
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Released | November 2011 | July 2009 | Fresher by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Olympus E-PM1
GH1 | E-PM1 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Panasonic GH1
E-PM1 | GH1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM1 offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM1 against the GH1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and GH1 is 89 and 81 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and GH1.
All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent E-PM1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-11-23 | 2009-07-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) | 385 grams (0.85 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | 499 | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 320 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $499 | $949 |