Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic GF2

In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic GF2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 8000 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The 8000 was manufactured 20 months prior to the GF2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 8000 grades versus the GF2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has proportions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 8000 vs the GF2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and GF2 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and GF2.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The 8000 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The more aged 8000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.