Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic GH5

Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic GH5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm SL1000 (1/2.3") and GH5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was manufactured 5 years before the GH5 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the GH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL1000 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has proportions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic GH5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs the GH5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and GH5 is 61 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and GH5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm SL1000 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic GH5 will offer more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.