Panasonic S5 vs Sony A230

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic S5 vs Sony A230, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and A230 (10MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and A230 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was introduced 11 years later than the A230 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S5 matches up vs the A230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 has external 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) and the Sony A230 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S5 compared to the A230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and A230 is 60 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and A230.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will offer more detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent S5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.