Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1
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Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 427g - 125 x 72 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Updated by Panasonic G2
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and G1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe PEN-F was introduced 7 years after the G1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the PEN-F grades vs the G1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Panasonic G1
PEN-F | G1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | January 2009 | More modern by 86 months | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Olympus PEN-F
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Common features in the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic G1
PEN-F | G1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus PEN-F enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Check the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the PEN-F compared to the G1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the PEN-F and G1 is 84 and 82 respectively.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the PEN-F and G1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus PEN-F to show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher PEN-F is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Olympus PEN-F | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN-F | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-01-27 | 2009-01-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427 grams (0.94 pounds) | 360 grams (0.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 74 | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.1 | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | 894 | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 330 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $1,000 | $0 |