Panasonic G5 vs Sony A7R II

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic G5 and Sony A7R II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G5 (16MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the G5 (Four Thirds) and A7R II (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The G5 was launched 3 years before the A7R II and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G5 grades against the A7R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Sony Alpha A7R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G5 and Sony A7R II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the G5 vs the A7R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G5 and A7R II is 74 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and A7R II.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A7R II will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older G5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.