Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8
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Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 487g - 133 x 78 x 63mm
- Released July 2015
- Old Model is Panasonic GX7
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic GX8, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the PEN-F (20MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe PEN-F was brought out 7 months after the GX8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the PEN-F grades versus the GX8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Panasonic GX8
PEN-F | GX8 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | July 2015 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX8 over the Olympus PEN-F
GX8 | PEN-F | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Sharper display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic GX8
PEN-F | GX8 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus PEN-F has outside dimensions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the PEN-F against the GX8.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PEN-F and GX8 is 84 and 74 respectively.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PEN-F and GX8.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern PEN-F provides an advantage in sensor tech.
Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GX8 Specifications
Olympus PEN-F | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN-F | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-01-27 | 2015-07-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427 gr (0.94 lbs) | 487 gr (1.07 lbs) |
Dimensions | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 133 x 78 x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 74 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.1 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 894 | 806 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 330 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,000 | $898 |