Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic GH5

Following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic GH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively close but the SH-1 (1/2.3") and GH5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The SH-1 was launched 3 years earlier than the GH5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SH-1 grades versus the GH5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 provides external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic GH5 has proportions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic GH5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 versus the GH5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and GH5 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-1 and GH5.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SH-1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GH5 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SH-1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.