Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic LS5

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic LS5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and LS5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The GH2 was brought out 4 months prior to the LS5 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GH2 grades versus the LS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH2 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GH2 versus the LS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and LS5 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GH2 and LS5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GH2 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.