Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic GF2

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic GF2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and GF2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was announced 9 years after the GF2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S5 grades versus the GF2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic GF2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S5 versus the GF2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and GF2 is 60 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and GF2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S5 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S5 will result in more detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern S5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.