Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7S

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the GH5 II (20MP) and A7S (12MP) and the GH5 II (Four Thirds) and A7S (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The GH5 II was revealed 7 years later than the A7S and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GH5 II grades vs the A7S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II & Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH5 II Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5 II has got external dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GH5 II against the A7S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GH5 II and A7S is 59 and 77 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5 II and A7S.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GH5 II having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GH5 II will offer you more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern GH5 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.