Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic ZS60

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic ZS60, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and ZS60 (18MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and ZS60 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH5S was revealed 2 years later than the ZS60 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the GH5S grades vs the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH5S has 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) and the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the GH5S vs the ZS60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and ZS60 is 62 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5S and ZS60.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH5S using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS60 will provide more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent GH5S is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.