Panasonic GF5 vs Sony W830

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic GF5 and Sony W830, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and W830 (20MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and W830 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF5 was introduced 21 months earlier than the W830 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GF5 scores versus the W830 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF5 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF5 and Sony W830 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the GF5 versus the W830.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF5 and W830 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF5 and W830.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF5 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W830 will result in more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.