Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic ZS3

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic ZS3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and ZS3 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GM5 was launched 5 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GM5 grades against the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GM5 features outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GM5 and the ZS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and ZS3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GM5 and ZS3.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GM5 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger GM5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.