Panasonic GF5 vs Sony NEX-5R

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic GF5 vs Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and NEX-5R (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF5 was brought out 4 months before the NEX-5R so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the GF5 scores versus the NEX-5R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF5 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF5 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GF5 vs the NEX-5R.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and NEX-5R is 89 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF5 and NEX-5R.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF5 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony NEX-5R will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.