Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF5

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G10 was revealed 20 months before the GF5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the G10 matches up against the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic GF5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G10 against the GF5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and GF5 is 72 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and GF5.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older G10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.