Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic LF1

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic GF5 versus Panasonic LF1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF5 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GF5 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF5 was brought out 20 months earlier than the LF1 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GF5 matches up against the LF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF5 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF5 comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GF5 and the LF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and LF1 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF5 and LF1.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GF5 offers the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The more aged GF5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.