Panasonic GF5 vs Sony ZV-E10

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic GF5 versus Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E10 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The GF5 was manufactured 10 years earlier than the ZV-E10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GF5 scores vs the ZV-E10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Sony ZV-E10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF5 provides exterior measurements 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 Sony ZV-E10 has specifications of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF5 versus Sony ZV-E10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GF5 versus the ZV-E10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and ZV-E10 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF5 and ZV-E10.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF5 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony ZV-E10 will show more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged GF5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.