Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic GH3

Below, we are comparing the Olympus E-PM2 versus Panasonic GH3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-PM2 was revealed 9 months later than the GH3 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the E-PM2 scores versus the GH3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 offers outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic GH3 has specifications of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PM2 versus Panasonic GH3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 versus the GH3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and GH3 is 89 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and GH3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent E-PM2 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.