Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax Q10

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GM5 was brought out 2 years later than the Q10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GM5 scores vs the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GM5 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GM5 against the Q10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and Q10 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GM5 and Q10.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GM5 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GM5 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern GM5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.