Olympus PEN-F vs Panasonic GH5

Following is a extensive overview of the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic GH5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the PEN-F (20MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The PEN-F was manufactured 11 months prior to the GH5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the PEN-F scores against the GH5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus PEN-F provides outer measurements of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Check out the Olympus PEN-F and Panasonic GH5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the PEN-F compared to the GH5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the PEN-F and GH5 is 84 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PEN-F and GH5.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged PEN-F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.