Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GH5

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic GH5, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and GH5 (20MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and GH5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was released 8 years before the GH5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FS12 grades vs the GH5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 features physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic GH5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FS12 vs the GH5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and GH5 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and GH5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FS12 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GH5 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FS12 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.