Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5

Camera summary

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5, made by Panasonic, is a powerful Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Sept. 15, 2014.

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Predecessor

This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1, with advanced features and improved performance.

Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1

Sensor

This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.

Focus points

This camera has 23 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects

Max video resolutions

Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD.

Connectivity

Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.

Battery life

The battery of this camera can last up to 220 shots per charge with the included DMW-BLH7 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.

Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.

Other features

This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.

Higher level cameras have a more higher mechanical shutter speed, this model's capabilities could be cumbersome by today's standards, so you should consider it before buying it.