Panasonic G5 vs Sony A300

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic G5 vs Sony A300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G5 (16MP) and A300 (10MP) and the G5 (Four Thirds) and A300 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The G5 was released 4 years later than the A300 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G5 scores versus the A300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G5 features external measurements 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 Sony A300 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G5 vs Sony A300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G5 versus the A300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and A300 is 74 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and A300.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G5 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic G5 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher G5 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.