Nikon P90 vs Panasonic GM5

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P90 and Panasonic GM5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the P90 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The P90 was released 6 years earlier than the GM5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the P90 grades versus the GM5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P90 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P90 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P90 and the GM5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P90 and GM5 is 70 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P90 and GM5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P90 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged P90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.