Panasonic GH5 vs Sony A7 IV

The following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic GH5 versus Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GH5 (20MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the GH5 (Four Thirds) and A7 IV (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The GH5 was introduced 5 years prior to the A7 IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the GH5 grades versus the A7 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH5 Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH5 enjoys outside measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH5 versus Sony A7 IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the GH5 versus the A7 IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GH5 and A7 IV is 59 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5 and A7 IV.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GH5 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 IV will offer more detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged GH5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.