Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic GH4

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic S5 versus Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and GH4 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S5 was brought out 6 years later than the GH4 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S5 grades versus the GH4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 features external measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic GH4 has proportions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 versus Panasonic GH4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S5 against the GH4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5 and GH4 is 60 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and GH4.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S5 will show greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.