Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5

58 reviews

May, 2013

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Image quality (9)
Value for money (7)
Usability (5)
Design (5)
Build quality (4)

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Size (1)
Portability (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 58 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the usability and design. The value for money and image quality are also appreciated. There are mixed opinions on the energy efficiency and battery, while the size and portability get critical reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Editor's Choice!

Expert review by: Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 ($799.99 direct with lens) is the latest in Panasonic's line of SLR-styled Micro Four Thirds camera bodies. The 16-megapixel shooter looks and handles a lot like a scaled-down D-SLR. It has an extremely sharp eye-level EVF, a...

Sharp EVF. Vari-angle touch-display. Fast burst shooting. SLR-like design. Outstanding high ISO performance. 1080p60 video capture

Kit lens could be better. No mic input. Lens-based stabilization system

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 edges out some other excellent cameras to earn our Editors' Choice award for compact interchangeable lens cameras under $1,000.

Jan, 2013

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EDITORS' CHOICE

Expert review by: Les Shu (digitaltrends.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5

Based on looks alone, Panasonic's Lumix DMC-G5 resembles any compact DSLR on the market. It has the familiar DSLR shape with a lens barrel, right-hand grip, and sturdy build. But take one into your hands and you'll notice that the small size and...

Excellent build quality ; Loaded with features designed with novices in mind ; Intelligent Auto mode effective ; DSLR-like operation ; Fast autofocus, and good image quality

The compact size may not fit well with larger hands ; Touchscreen isn’t as responsive as it should be in the age of smartphones ; Zoom ring on included lens a bit stiff to turn

For anyone looking to trade up from a point-and-shoot but isn’t ready to dive into the realm of DSLRs, the Lumix G5 is an excellent in-between that offers the best of both worlds.

Dec, 2012

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Expert review by: Digital Camera-HQ (digitalcamera-hq.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5

Showcased in a pre-release event in Sonoma, the G5 replaces the G3 as Panasonic's high-end mirrorless camera. With new "light speed" autofocus, a rebuilt 16 megapixel MOS sensor, 1080/60p HD video at a whopping 28mbps bitrate, and 3.7fps continuous...

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Barrie Smith (digital-photography-school.com)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 Review

It’s easy to see that mirrorless cameras have swamped the market, with models from Panasonic, Sony, Pentax, Olympus — even Canon! — and others, kicking the heels of the budget DSLRs.

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Amazon review summary for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5

alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 user reviews of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

75% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Babygirl Lumix G5 (amazon.com)

Lumix G5

My wife and I took this Camera cross country on our honeymoon and are thoroughly satisfied with it. It feels good in your hand, but is not too bulky. Picture quality is good, and so is video.

Nov, 2012

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Consumer review by: James "Been here a while. Platinum subscriber... (amazon.com)

Great little camera!

I haven't had it long, but so far I am in love with this little camera. If you don't have to have a colored body and can go with a colorful strap instead or you just don't think that is more important than functionality and image quality in a small...

Oct, 2012

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Consumer review by: or (amazon.com)

Very Good Product

Very Good Product, the camera is small and very lighweight even with the Panasonic 45-200 lens attached. It's very silent when you use the "electronic shutter" mode, essential to shoot in theaters.

Oct, 2012

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Consumer review by: Valente Riolo (amazon.com)

Great for what it is

I thought the camera performed well but the stock lens had a sticky zoom. There's was no way I could zoom in and out smoothly while shooting video. I returned the entire outfit cause I found out most Panny lenses are not that great. Also, the camera...

Oct, 2012

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Consumer review by: Chris Morgan (amazon.com)

LOVE this camera

I upgraded to this camera from the G2 (following my general rule to skip a generation when upgrading my electronic toys) and wow was it worth the wait. The burst rate alone was worth the upgrade which was probably my chief issue with the G2. Photo...

Sep, 2012

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