Panasonic GH5S vs Sony HX400V

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic GH5S vs Sony HX400V, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The GH5S was revealed 3 years after the HX400V which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GH5S grades vs the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5S comes with external measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GH5S vs Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GH5S versus the HX400V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GH5S and HX400V is 62 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5S and HX400V.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GH5S with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX400V will deliver extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern GH5S is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.