Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic GF5

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic GF5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FS15 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The FS15 was announced 4 years before the GF5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FS15 grades against the GF5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FS15 vs the GF5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and GF5 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and GF5.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The FS15 features the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more aged FS15 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.