Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM5

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The FX580 was introduced 6 years prior to the GM5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FX580 grades versus the GM5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FX580 compared to the GM5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and GM5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and GM5.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FX580 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FX580 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.