Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1
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Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 427g - 125 x 72 x 37mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Updated by Panasonic GX7
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and GX1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe PEN-F was introduced 4 years later than the GX1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the PEN-F grades against the GX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN-F & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus PEN-F Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Panasonic GX1
PEN-F | GX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | February 2012 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer display (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Olympus PEN-F
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Common features in the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic GX1
PEN-F | GX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus PEN-F has got external measurements of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Compare the Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the PEN-F and the GX1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PEN-F and GX1 is 84 and 87 respectively.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PEN-F and GX1.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus PEN-F to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent PEN-F should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Olympus PEN-F | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN-F | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-01-27 | 2012-02-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.60 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 | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lbs) | 318 grams (0.70 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 74 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.1 | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | 894 | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 300 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,000 | $228 |