Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40
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Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Released January 2017
- Superseded the Panasonic GH4
- Renewed by Panasonic GH5 II
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched January 2014
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS45
Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Panasonic GH5 versus Panasonic ZS40, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH5 (20MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very well matched but the GH5 (Four Thirds) and ZS40 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GH5 was brought out 3 years later than the ZS40 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the GH5 matches up against the ZS40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Panasonic ZS40
GH5 | ZS40 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | January 2014 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 920k | Crisper display (+700k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Panasonic GH5
ZS40 | GH5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GH5 and Panasonic ZS40
GH5 | ZS40 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH5 enjoys physical measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
See the Panasonic GH5 versus Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GH5 vs the ZS40.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH5 and ZS40 is 59 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5 and ZS40.
All in all, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GH5 will give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher GH5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GH5 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-01-04 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 725 gr (1.60 lbs) | 240 gr (0.53 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 77 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 807 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 300 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Retail price | $1,298 | $450 |