Leica CL vs Panasonic GF5

Following is a extensive review of the Leica CL versus Panasonic GF5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the CL (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the CL (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The CL was manufactured 5 years after the GF5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the CL matches up vs the GF5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica CL & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are provided at Leica CL Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica CL features exterior dimensions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CL versus the GF5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CL and GF5 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL and GF5.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CL due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica CL will deliver greater detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern CL should have a benefit in sensor innovation.