Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100
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Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Key Specs
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Released September 2014
- Replaced the Panasonic GM1
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- 13MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 393g - 115 x 66 x 55mm
- Released September 2014
- Renewed by Panasonic LX100 II
Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GM5 and Panasonic LX100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and LX100 (13MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GM5 was revealed at a similar time to the LX100 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the GM5 matches up against the LX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Panasonic LX100
GM5 | LX100 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 over the Panasonic GM5
LX100 | GM5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GM5 and Panasonic LX100
GM5 | LX100 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | September 2014 | Same age | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM5 features physical measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic LX100 has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GM5 and Panasonic LX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GM5 and the LX100.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GM5 and LX100 is 91 and 83 respectively.
Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GM5 and LX100.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic GM5 to produce extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic LX100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-09-15 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4112 x 3088 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-75mm (3.1x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.7-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dot | 2,764k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/500s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.8 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 211 gr (0.47 lbs) | 393 gr (0.87 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 115 x 66 x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 721 | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 300 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLH7 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $966 | $800 |