Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G5

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and G5 (16MP) and the FX48 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX48 was introduced 4 years prior to the G5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FX48 scores versus the G5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic G5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FX48 against the G5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and G5 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and G5.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FX48 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G5 will produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX48 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.