Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic G5

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic G5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and G5 (16MP) and the FZ28 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ28 was brought out 4 years before the G5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ28 grades against the G5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ28 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Panasonic G5 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ28 against the G5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and G5 is 72 and 74 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and G5.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ28 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic G5 will render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be behind in sensor technology.