Panasonic GH5S vs Sony QX30

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic GH5S versus Sony QX30, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and QX30 (20MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and QX30 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The GH5S was brought out 3 years later than the QX30 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GH5S scores vs the QX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5S Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S offers external dimensions 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 QX30 has proportions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GH5S versus Sony QX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GH5S and the QX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and QX30 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5S and QX30.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH5S featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony QX30 will render extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger GH5S provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.