Panasonic GM5 vs Sony HX200V

Let's look closer at the Panasonic GM5 and Sony HX200V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very close but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and HX200V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The GM5 was released 2 years later than the HX200V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GM5 scores vs the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM5 features 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) and the Sony HX200V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GM5 and Sony HX200V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the GM5 and the HX200V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM5 and HX200V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GM5 and HX200V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GM5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX200V will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher GM5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.