Panasonic GH5S vs Sony A9

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GH5S and Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and A9 (24MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and A9 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The GH5S was launched 9 months after the A9 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GH5S grades against the A9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S & Sony Alpha A9. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S features outer measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Sony A9 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GH5S and Sony A9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GH5S and the A9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and A9 is 62 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5S and A9.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GH5S because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A9 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GH5S will have a benefit in sensor innovation.