Panasonic GM5 vs Sony QX10

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic GM5 and Sony QX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively similar but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and QX10 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The GM5 was launched 13 months later than the QX10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the GM5 matches up against the QX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GM5 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GM5 and Sony QX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the GM5 versus the QX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and QX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM5 and QX10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GM5 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony QX10 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger GM5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.