Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH3

Following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic GH5S versus Panasonic GH3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and GH3 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GH5S was introduced 5 years after the GH3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GH5S matches up vs the GH3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH5S enjoys outside dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH3 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GH5S versus the GH3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and GH3 is 62 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GH5S and GH3.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic GH3 to give extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern GH5S provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.