Panasonic FH5 vs Sony A7R III

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony A7R III, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the FH5 (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the FH5 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The FH5 was announced 7 years before the A7R III and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH5 scores versus the A7R III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH5 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony A7R III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH5 versus the A7R III.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and A7R III is 96 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and A7R III.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH5 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R III will result in more detail with its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FH5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.