Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony A7S II

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic GH5 II versus Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the GH5 II (20MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the GH5 II (Four Thirds) and A7S II (Full frame) offer different sensor size.

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The GH5 II was brought out 5 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GH5 II grades versus the A7S II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II and Sony Alpha A7S II. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5 II Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5 II offers outside 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 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GH5 II and the A7S II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5 II and A7S II is 59 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GH5 II and A7S II.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH5 II because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GH5 II will offer greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher GH5 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.