Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic GM5

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Panasonic GM5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is fairly close but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and GM5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The M-Monochrom was introduced 3 years prior to the GM5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M-Monochrom matches up versus the GM5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-Monochrom & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-Monochrom has exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M-Monochrom versus Panasonic GM5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the GM5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and GM5 is 78 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and GM5.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M-Monochrom using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica M-Monochrom will result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.