Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic GF7

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic G5 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G5 was announced 3 years prior to the GF7 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the G5 grades vs the GF7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G5 features exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G5 vs the GF7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 and GF7 is 74 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 and GF7.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged G5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.