Panasonic G5 vs Sony RX100

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic G5 vs Sony RX100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very close but the G5 (Four Thirds) and RX100 (1") use different sensor sizing.

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The G5 was unveiled about the same time to the RX100 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the G5 scores against the RX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G5 offers exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G5 versus the RX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and RX100 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 and RX100.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G5 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 will result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.