Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5
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Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Released July 2012
- Superseded the Nikon D3100
- New Model is Nikon D3300
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Announced January 2017
- Succeeded the Panasonic GH4
- Newer Model is Panasonic GH5 II

Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon D3200 versus Panasonic GH5, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the D3200 (24MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is very well matched but the D3200 (APS-C) and GH5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The D3200 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the GH5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D3200 matches up versus the GH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D3200 Gallery & Panasonic GH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Panasonic GH5
D3200 | GH5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Nikon D3200
GH5 | D3200 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 54 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+699k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D3200 and Panasonic GH5
D3200 | GH5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3200 has got outside measurements of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D3200 versus Panasonic GH5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D3200 versus the GH5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3200 and GH5 is 67 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D3200 and GH5.
All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D3200 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon D3200 will give extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged D3200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic GH5 Specifications
Nikon D3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon D3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-07-25 | 2017-01-04 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 357.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 225 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 309 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 1,620k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 505 grams (1.11 lbs) | 725 grams (1.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 81 | 77 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 1131 | 807 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 shots | 410 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Launch pricing | $530 | $1,298 |