Handles much better than the original G series, and you don't have to worry about filter factors anymore. It's an enjoyable camera, almost as much as the GX.
That's the great debate between the GL and the GX I guess. The viewfinder in the GL is amazing. Super big and super bright. Feels like a Cadillac. That sealed the deal for me. And feels a lot better made as well. Alas I haven't taken any shots with the GL yet. Still waiting on the battery adaptor to arrive. Film and actual battery are waiting in the wings.