Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic FX78

Following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic GH5S versus Panasonic FX78, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and FX78 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The GH5S was unveiled 7 years after the FX78 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GH5S grades against the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH5S enjoys external measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GH5S compared to the FX78.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH5S and FX78 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5S and FX78.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH5S using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FX78 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GH5S is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.