Leica M10 vs Panasonic GH5S

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Leica M10 vs Panasonic GH5S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the M10 (24MP) and GH5S (10MP) and the M10 (Full frame) and GH5S (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The M10 was unveiled 11 months prior to the GH5S so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M10 scores versus the GH5S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M10 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The full galleries are available at Leica M10 Gallery and Panasonic GH5S Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M10 has got outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5S has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M10 vs Panasonic GH5S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the M10 compared to the GH5S.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and GH5S is 75 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and GH5S.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M10 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M10 will offer you extra detail having an extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older M10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.