Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic GF5

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic GF5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH25 was brought out 15 months prior to the GF5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH25 matches up vs the GF5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FH25 vs the GF5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and GF5 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and GF5.

To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH25 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FH25 will offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.