Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus E-PL9 and Olympus PEN-F side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PL9 has external dimensions of 117 x 68 x 39 mm (4.61 x 2.68 x 1.54″) and weighs 380 g (0.84 lb / 13.40 oz) (including batteries). Olympus PEN-F has external dimensions of 125 x 72 x 37 mm (4.92 x 2.83 x 1.46″) and weighs 427 g (0.94 lb / 15.06 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Olympus PEN-F. Olympus E-PL9 is 8mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Olympus PEN-F but it is also 2mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and Olympus PEN-F.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL9 and Olympus PEN-F.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus E-PL9 is 47g lighter than the Olympus PEN-F but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Olympus E-PL9 and Olympus PEN-F have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus PEN E-PL9 nor Olympus PEN-F provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus E-PL9 and Olympus PEN-F's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Olympus E-PL9 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Olympus PEN-F sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.