Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II
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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Launched November 2013
- Refreshed by Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4992 x 3744 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 727g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Released July 2021
- Alternate Name is Lumix DC-GH5M2
- Superseded the Panasonic GH5
- Newer Model is Panasonic GH6

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and GH5 II (20MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and GH5 II (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

The 1 was announced 8 years prior to the GH5 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH5 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1 grades versus the GH5 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Panasonic GH5 II
1 | GH5 II |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 II over the Olympus 1
GH5 II | 1 | |||
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Released | July 2021 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 93 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+800k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus 1 and Panasonic GH5 II
1 | GH5 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 enjoys outer dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 II has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs).
Check the Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 vs the GH5 II.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and GH5 II is 79 and 59 respectively.

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 and GH5 II.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic GH5 II will show extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older 1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DC-GH5M2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-25 | 2021-07-30 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 108 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,840k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 4992x3744 (30p/?25p/?24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4992x3744 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402 gr (0.89 lb) | 727 gr (1.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 179 | 1136 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 400 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | DMW-BLK22 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Pricing at release | $700 | $1,700 |