Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GM5

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic GM5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very similar but the FP3 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The FP3 was announced 5 years prior to the GM5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FP3 grades versus the GM5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP3 versus the GM5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and GM5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and GM5.

All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP3 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.