Panasonic GM5 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic GM5 versus Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) is very comparable but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The GM5 was introduced 2 years after the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GM5 matches up against the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM5 has got outside 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 Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has dimensions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GM5 versus Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GM5 compared to the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GM5 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GM5 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The GM5 provides the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The newer GM5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.