Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GM5

Below is a complete comparison of the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GM5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very close but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The SP-100 was introduced 7 months before the GM5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-100 matches up versus the GM5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 comes with physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-100 compared to the GM5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and GM5 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and GM5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same MP but different sensor measurements. The SP-100 includes the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The older SP-100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.