Fujifilm X-T10 vs Panasonic GM5

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T10 was introduced 9 months later than the GM5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T10 scores against the GM5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T10 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 versus the GM5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T10 and GM5 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T10 and GM5.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T10 features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more modern Fujifilm X-T10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.