Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic GF6

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic GF6, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and GF6 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was introduced 7 years after the GF6 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the S5 grades vs the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Panasonic GF6 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S5 against the GF6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and GF6 is 60 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and GF6.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S5 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S5 will render extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent S5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.