Nikon S6500 vs Panasonic GM5

Below, we are comparing the Nikon S6500 versus Panasonic GM5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very comparable but the S6500 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S6500 was unveiled 20 months earlier than the GM5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S6500 scores versus the GM5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has proportions 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 Nikon S6500 versus Panasonic GM5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S6500 versus the GM5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and GM5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and GM5.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The S6500 has the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The more aged S6500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.