Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH1

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GH5S was revealed 8 years after the GH1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GH5S grades versus the GH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH5S offers exterior measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Panasonic GH1 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GH5S and the GH1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH5S and GH1 is 62 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5S and GH1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic GH1 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GH5S is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.