Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax W80

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax W80, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the GH5 (20MP) and W80 (12MP) and the GH5 (Four Thirds) and W80 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The GH5 was revealed 7 years later than the W80 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GH5 matches up against the W80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 & Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GH5 comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH5 vs Pentax W80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GH5 vs the W80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GH5 and W80 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5 and W80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH5 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GH5 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger GH5 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.