Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic GH5

Following is a extended analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic GH5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SZ-10 (14MP) and GH5 (20MP) and the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and GH5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The SZ-10 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the GH5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SZ-10 scores versus the GH5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 has external measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic GH5 has dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic GH5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-10 against the GH5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and GH5 is 90 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and GH5.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SZ-10 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GH5 will resolve greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.