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-PM2 and Panasonic GF8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PM2 has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 34 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.34″) and weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic GF8 has external dimensions of 107 x 65 x 33 mm (4.21 x 2.56 x 1.3″) and weighs 266 g (0.59 lb / 9.38 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PM2 and the Panasonic GF8. Panasonic GF8 is 3mm narrower and 1mm thinner than Olympus E-PM2 but it is also 1mm taller.
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PM2 and the Panasonic GF8 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic GF8.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus E-PM2 and the Panasonic GF8 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic GF8 is 3g lighter than the Olympus E-PM2 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-PM2 and Panasonic GF8 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-PM2 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 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-PM2 and Panasonic GF8's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic GF8 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus E-PM2 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to GF8.
