Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax Efina

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax Efina, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively similar but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and Efina (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The GM5 was brought out 16 months after the Efina which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GM5 matches up vs the Efina in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM5 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax Efina in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the GM5 vs the Efina.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and Efina is 91 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM5 and Efina.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GM5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GM5 will offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer GM5 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.