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 G5 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 G5 has external dimensions of 120 x 83 x 71 mm (4.72 x 3.27 x 2.8″) and weighs 396 g (0.87 lb / 13.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G5. Olympus E-PL9 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 15mm shorter and 32mm thinner than Panasonic G5.
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic G5.
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G5 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic G5.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL9 and the Panasonic G5 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus E-PL9 is 16g lighter than the Panasonic G5 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 G5 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-G5 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 G5'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 G5 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.
