Panasonic GX9 vs Sony a5000

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GX9 and Sony a5000, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is relatively similar but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and a5000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was brought out 4 years later than the a5000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GX9 matches up against the a5000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Sony Alpha a5000. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GX9 and Sony a5000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GX9 versus the a5000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and a5000 is 82 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and a5000.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The GX9 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The more recent GX9 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.