Panasonic GM5 vs Sony A58

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic GM5 versus Sony A58, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and A58 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The GM5 was released 10 months later than the A58 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GM5 scores versus the A58 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 and Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GM5 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GM5 versus Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GM5 against the A58.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and A58 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM5 and A58.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GM5 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A58 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent GM5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.