Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic FP5

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic GH5S and Panasonic FP5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and FP5 (14MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and FP5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GH5S was introduced 7 years later than the FP5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the GH5S grades vs the FP5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH5S enjoys exterior dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH5S and Panasonic FP5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the GH5S against the FP5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and FP5 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5S and FP5.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH5S using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FP5 will offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern GH5S should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.