Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GM5

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic GM5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the FZ35 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The FZ35 was released 5 years before the GM5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FZ35 grades against the GM5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 offers outer dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic GM5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ35 versus the GM5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and GM5 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ35 and GM5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ35 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GM5 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.