Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GH6 versus Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH6 (25MP) and the S5 (24MP) is very close but the GH6 (Four Thirds) and S5 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The GH6 was launched 19 months later than the S5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the GH6 matches up against the S5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you are going to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH6 provides external measurements of 139mm x 100mm x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") and a weight of 823 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 has measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH6 versus Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the GH6 compared to the S5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH6 and S5 is 56 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GH6 and S5.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH6 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GH6 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger GH6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.