Panasonic GH5S vs Pentax P70

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH5S and Pentax P70, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the P70 (12MP) is fairly similar but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and P70 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The GH5S was introduced 8 years later than the P70 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GH5S matches up versus the P70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S enjoys outer measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Pentax P70 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GH5S compared to the P70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH5S and P70 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5S and P70.

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH5S having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax P70 will deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger GH5S provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.