Panasonic S5 II X vs Panasonic GH1

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic S5 II X and Panasonic GH1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are built by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the S5 II X (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S5 II X was manufactured 13 years later than the GH1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S5 II X matches up vs the GH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 II X enjoys outside dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S5 II X and Panasonic GH1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S5 II X vs the GH1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S5 II X and GH1 is 59 and 81 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 II X and GH1.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S5 II X featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S5 II X will provide you with more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S5 II X is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.