Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G5

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and G5 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The PEN-F was announced 3 years after the G5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the PEN-F grades versus the G5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus PEN-F features external measurements of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G5 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Look at the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic G5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the PEN-F vs the G5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the PEN-F and G5 is 84 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PEN-F and G5.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus PEN-F to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern PEN-F will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.