Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic GM5

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic GM5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the FH10 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The FH10 was released 20 months prior to the GM5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FH10 scores versus the GM5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH10 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FH10 vs the GM5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and GM5 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and GM5.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The FH10 uses the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder. The older FH10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.