Panasonic GH5S vs Sony WX220

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GH5S versus Sony WX220, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and WX220 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The GH5S was brought out 3 years after the WX220 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the GH5S grades against the WX220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S comes with outside dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH5S versus Sony WX220 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the GH5S vs the WX220.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GH5S and WX220 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GH5S and WX220.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GH5S featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX220 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer GH5S should have an edge in sensor technology.