Panasonic G5 vs Sony H400

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic G5 and Sony H400, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very close but the G5 (Four Thirds) and H400 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The G5 was released 19 months before the H400 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the G5 grades versus the H400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 has exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Panasonic G5 and Sony H400 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G5 against the H400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G5 and H400 is 74 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 and H400.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G5 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony H400 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The older G5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.