Panasonic G5 vs Sony QX100

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic G5 and Sony QX100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the G5 (Four Thirds) and QX100 (1") boast different sensor sizing.

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The G5 was released 13 months earlier than the QX100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G5 grades versus the QX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 has exterior 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 QX100 has dimensions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G5 and Sony QX100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G5 versus the QX100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and QX100 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and QX100.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G5 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony QX100 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older G5 will be behind in sensor tech.