Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic G5

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and G5 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G2 was revealed 24 months earlier than the G5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G2 grades versus the G5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 features physical dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 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).

Contrast the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic G5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the G2 versus the G5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and G5 is 72 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G2 and G5.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic G5 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older G2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.