Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V
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Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V Key Specs
(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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DC-GH5M2
- Superseded the Panasonic GH5
- New Model is Panasonic GH6
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Announced October 2022
- Old Model is Sony A7R IV
Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V Overview
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.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 II over the Sony A7R V
GH5 II | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Panasonic GH5 II
A7R V | GH5 II | |||
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Announced | October 2022 | July 2021 | More modern by 15 months | |
Display size | 3.20" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2360k | 1840k | Clearer display (+520k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic GH5 II and Sony A7R V
GH5 II | A7R V | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Also called | Lumix DC-GH5M2 | - |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-07-30 | 2022-10-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 9504 x 6336 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 102800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 108 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.20 inches |
Display resolution | 1,840 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 9,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4992x3744 (30p/?25p/?24p) | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Maximum video resolution | 4992x3744 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 727 grams (1.60 pounds) | 723 grams (1.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1136 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 600 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLK22 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Retail pricing | $1,700 | $3,900 |