Panasonic S5 vs Sony H400

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S5 versus Sony H400, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the S5 (Full frame) and H400 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was revealed 6 years later than the H400 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S5 grades against the H400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 has external measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S5 versus the H400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and H400 is 60 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and H400.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher S5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.