Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic GM5

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF7 was announced 5 months later than the GM5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GF7 scores against the GM5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF7 has got physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GF7 and the GM5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and GM5 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF7 and GM5.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.