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 Panasonic G3 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). Panasonic G3 has external dimensions of 115 x 84 x 47 mm (4.53 x 3.31 x 1.85″) and weighs 336 g (0.74 lb / 11.85 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G3. Olympus E-PL9 is 16mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Panasonic G3 but it is also 2mm wider.
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G3 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic G3.
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G3 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic G3.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G3 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic G3 is 44g lighter than the Olympus E-PL9 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 Panasonic G3 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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 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 Panasonic G3'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, Panasonic G3 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.
