| General | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Panasonic |
| Model | Alpha 5000 | Lumix DMC-GF5 |
| Predecessor Model | Sony NEX-3N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
| Successor Model | Sony Alpha 5100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
| MSRP | $600 (with 16-50mm power zoom lens) | With 14-42mm power zoom: US $749, With 14-42mm standard zoom: US $599 |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | Micro Four Thirds |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.2 x 15.4 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Total Pixels | 20.4 Megapixel | 13 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 20.1 Megapixel | 12.1 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 16,000 | 160 - 12,800 |
| Photo | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | BIONZ X | Venus Engine FHD |
| Max Image Resolution | 5456 x 3632 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Other Resolutions | 5456 x 3064, 3872 x 2576, 3872 x 2176, 2736 x 1824, 2736 x 1536 | 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 2048 x 1536, 2048x1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1600 x 904, 1504 x 1504, 1440 x 1440 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, standard | Fine, Standard |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording | With downloadable app | |
| WB Bracketing | 3-shot | 3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis |
| Focus | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Focusing System | Contrast-detection AF | |
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, |
| Number of Focus Points | 25 | 23 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | 0 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 2x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 461k dot | 920k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | ||
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
| Shutter | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 3.5 fps | 4.0 fps |
| Flash | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Flash off Autoflash Fill-flash Rear Sync. Slow Sync. Red-eye reduction | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 4.00 m at ISO 100 | 6.30 m |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 sec | 1/160 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity |
| Exposure | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±3 EV (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) | ±2 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV increments) |
| DXO | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 1089 | 573 |
| DxO Color Depth | 23.8 | 20.5 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 13.0 | 10.0 |
| DxO Overall Score | 79 | 50 |
| Video | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 30 min | 30 min |
| Terminals | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | Mini TypeC |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| Remote Control | via smartphone |
| Environmental | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 110 x 63 x 36 mm (4.33 x 2.48 x 1.42") | 108 x 67 x 37 mm (4.25 x 2.64 x 1.46") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) | 267 g (0.59 lb / 9.42 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.4 x 4.1 x 5.7" |
| Power and Storage | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | NP-FW50 | |
| Battery Life | 420 shots | 360 shots |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Other | Sony Alpha 5000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 10 secs, custom | 2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 images |
| Orientation Sensor |
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