Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic GF5

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic GF5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is fairly close but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The FZ28 was introduced 4 years prior to the GF5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ28 grades against the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 has external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic GF5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ28 versus the GF5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and GF5 is 72 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and GF5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ28 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic GF5 will result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.