Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GH5S

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GH5S, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the GH5S (10MP) is fairly close but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GH5S (Four Thirds) possess different sensor measurements.

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The SP-565UZ was manufactured 10 years prior to the GH5S and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SP-565UZ matches up against the GH5S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic GH5S Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ features physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5S has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GH5S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the GH5S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and GH5S is 72 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and GH5S.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizing. The SP-565UZ uses the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The older SP-565UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.