Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic GH5

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ200 versus Panasonic GH5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and GH5 (20MP) and the FZ200 (1/2.3") and GH5 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ200 was revealed 5 years earlier than the GH5 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FZ200 grades versus the GH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has specifications 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 FZ200 versus Panasonic GH5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ200 vs the GH5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and GH5 is 65 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and GH5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ200 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GH5 will give you more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.