Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GM5

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic GM5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the FX78 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

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The FX78 was introduced 4 years prior to the GM5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX78 matches up versus the GM5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FX78 versus the GM5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and GM5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and GM5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX78 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GM5 will offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FX78 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.