Panasonic S5 II vs Panasonic GH1

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic S5 II versus Panasonic GH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S5 II (24MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the S5 II (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

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The S5 II was released 13 years after the GH1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S5 II scores versus the GH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 II Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 II provides outer dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S5 II versus Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S5 II versus the GH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II and GH1 is 59 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 II and GH1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S5 II due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S5 II will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent S5 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.