Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic G95

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic G95, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the G5 (16MP) and G95 (20.3MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The G5 was introduced 7 years prior to the G95 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G5 scores against the G95 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Panasonic G95 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G5 has physical measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G95 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") and a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic G95 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the G5 against the G95.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 and G95 is 74 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and G95.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic G95 to offer more detail using its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged G5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.