Olympus VH-410 vs Panasonic GM5

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic GM5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is relatively close but the VH-410 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The VH-410 was introduced 3 years before the GM5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the VH-410 matches up versus the GM5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-410 has outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic GM5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the VH-410 against the GM5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VH-410 and GM5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-410 and GM5.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The VH-410 features the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The older VH-410 will be behind in sensor technology.