Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic GH5 II versus Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the GH5 II (20MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the GH5 II (Four Thirds) and A7R V (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH5 II was announced 15 months before the A7R V making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the GH5 II scores against the A7R V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II and Sony Alpha A7R V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GH5 II Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH5 II has outer measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GH5 II versus Sony A7R V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the GH5 II versus the A7R V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5 II and A7R V is 59 and 60 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5 II and A7R V.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH5 II with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R V will give extra detail with its extra 41 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GH5 II is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.