Panasonic Lumix G80 vs OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III
OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Lumix G80 is the better pick for travel, landscapes; the Olympus E-M10 Mark III is better for beginners, a film look.
Choose the Lumix G80 for
- faster bursts (9fps vs 8.6fps)
- weather sealing
Choose the Olympus E-M10 Mark III for
- more resolution (16.1MP vs 16MP)
- a lighter body (410g vs 505g)
- a lower price (from £234)
- a newer design (2017)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lumix G80 | Olympus E-M10 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds, 16MP | Micro Four Thirds, 16.1MP |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Released | 2016 | 2017 |
| Burst | 9 fps | 8.6 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 25,600 | 25,600 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 505 g | 410 g |
| Battery | Panasonic DMW-BLC12E | OM System BLS-50 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £259–334 | £234–319 |
| Native lenses in our database | 22 (8 third-party) | 22 (8 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | Olympus E-M10 Mark III |
| Everyday & travel | Lumix G80 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Lumix G80 |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | Olympus E-M10 Mark III |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Panasonic DMW-BLC12E (about £50) vs OM System BLS-50 (about £54).
Lumix G80 compatible lenses → · Olympus E-M10 Mark III compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix G80 better than the OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III?
It depends on your priorities. The Lumix G80 offers faster bursts (9fps vs 8.6fps), weather sealing; the Olympus E-M10 Mark III offers more resolution (16.1MP vs 16MP), a lighter body (410g vs 505g), a lower price (from £234).
Which is better for video, the Lumix G80 or the Olympus E-M10 Mark III?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Lumix G80 or the Olympus E-M10 Mark III?
The Lumix G80 costs No longer sold new new and from £259 used at MPB; the Olympus E-M10 Mark III costs No longer sold new new and from £234 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Panasonic Lumix G80 lenses on the Olympus E-M10 Mark III?
Yes. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount.