Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80
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Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Revealed January 2018
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as ST5500

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and CL80 (14MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and CL80 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

The GH5S was brought out 8 years after the CL80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the GH5S grades versus the CL80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Samsung CL80
GH5S | CL80 | |||
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Launched | January 2018 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 98 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+1390k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Panasonic GH5S
CL80 | GH5S | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3.2" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic GH5S and Samsung CL80
GH5S | CL80 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5S comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GH5S versus the CL80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GH5S and CL80 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5S and CL80.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GH5S featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung CL80 will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher GH5S should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S | Samsung CL80 |
Also called | - | ST5500 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2018-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine 10 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3680 x 2760 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 grams (1.46 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BLF19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported) | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Launch price | $2,498 | $400 |