Panasonic G5 vs Sony QX30

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G5 and Sony QX30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is very similar but the G5 (Four Thirds) and QX30 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G5 was unveiled 3 years prior to the QX30 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the G5 grades against the QX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G5 has external 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) and the Sony QX30 has sizing of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G5 compared to the QX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 and QX30 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 and QX30.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony QX30 will offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged G5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.