Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic SZ10

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic GM5 versus Panasonic SZ10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively close but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GM5 was manufactured 3 months prior to the SZ10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GM5 grades against the SZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GM5 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GM5 and the SZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GM5 and SZ10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM5 and SZ10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GM5 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF easier.