Olympus 5010 vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a extended overview of the Olympus 5010 and Panasonic GX8, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 5010 (14MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the 5010 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The 5010 was launched 6 years before the GX8 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 5010 grades against the GX8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 5010 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 5010 and Panasonic GX8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 5010 versus the GX8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and GX8 is 96 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and GX8.

All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5010 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic GX8 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 5010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.