Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GF5

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic GF5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is pretty close but the FX75 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor measurements.

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The FX75 was unveiled 22 months earlier than the GF5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX75 grades versus the GF5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX75 provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FX75 vs the GF5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and GF5 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and GF5.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FX75 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FX75 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FX75 will be behind in sensor technology.