Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic GF5

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic G7 and Panasonic GF5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The G7 was introduced 3 years after the GF5 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G7 matches up versus the GF5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G7 and Panasonic GF5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the G7 and the GF5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G7 and GF5 is 71 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and GF5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic G7 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.