Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic GM5

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic GM5, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the VG-110 (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the VG-110 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The VG-110 was announced 4 years before the GM5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the VG-110 grades against the GM5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-110 enjoys physical dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-110 and the GM5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and GM5 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and GM5.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VG-110 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older VG-110 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.