Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic ZS15

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic ZS15, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and ZS15 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The GH5S was revealed 5 years later than the ZS15 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the GH5S grades versus the ZS15 in 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-ZS15. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH5S provides 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) and the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GH5S versus the ZS15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GH5S and ZS15 is 62 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5S and ZS15.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH5S using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic ZS15 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger GH5S provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.