Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic GM5

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic GM5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G7 was launched 9 months after the GM5 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the G7 grades against the GM5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G7 comes with outer dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic GM5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G7 compared to the GM5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 and GM5 is 71 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and GM5.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer G7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.