Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic GH1

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).

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.