Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S
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Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Revealed September 2021
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- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Released January 2018
Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Canon R3 versus Panasonic GH5S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and GH5S (10MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and GH5S (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe R3 was released 3 years after the GH5S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the R3 matches up against the GH5S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R3 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery and Panasonic GH5S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Panasonic GH5S
R3 | GH5S | |||
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Released | September 2021 | January 2018 | Newer by 45 months | |
Screen resolution | 4150k | 1620k | Clearer screen (+2530k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Canon R3
GH5S | R3 |
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Common features in the Canon R3 and Panasonic GH5S
R3 | GH5S | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon R3 comes with exterior measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5S has proportions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Compare the Canon R3 versus Panasonic GH5S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the R3 and the GH5S.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and GH5S is 52 and 62 respectively.
Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and GH5S.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R3 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon R3 will show more detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger R3 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Canon R3 vs Panasonic GH5S Specifications
Canon EOS R3 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS R3 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-09-14 | 2018-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine 10 |
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3680 x 2760 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 27 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 4,150k dot | 1,620k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/64000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 6000x3164 (60p/50p/30p/24p/23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 6000x3164 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1015 gr (2.24 lb) | 660 gr (1.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 4086 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 photos | 440 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E19 | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Retail price | $6,000 | $2,498 |