Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic G5

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic G5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the G5 (16MP) is fairly close but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FZ100 was manufactured 24 months prior to the G5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FZ100 grades against the G5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 has external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has specifications of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FZ100 vs the G5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and G5 is 67 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and G5.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FZ100 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic G5 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.