Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic GX850

Below is a thorough overview of the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic GX850, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is very well matched but the SH-50 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SH-50 was launched 5 years prior to the GX850 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the SH-50 grades versus the GX850 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-50 features outer measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic GX850 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SH-50 and the GX850.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and GX850 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and GX850.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The SH-50 includes the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The older SH-50 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.