• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 51,200
  • 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 45.7 megapixels
  • ISO 64 - 25,600

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Differences

Panasonic GH5S advantages over Nikon Z7 II

  • Less expensive
    $1798* vs $2597
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.7 fps vs 10.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 102400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon Z7 II advantages over Panasonic GH5S

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Longer video battery life
    100 vs 60 minutes
    Capture more video
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Newer
    4 years vs 7 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More pixels
    45.7 vs 10.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

  • Excellent video quality; Very good high ISO performance; Cinema 4K & UHD video up to 60p; Full HD up to 240p; 10-bit internal video recording; Tons of features & options for advanced/pro videographers.

  • 10MP resolution is limiting for still photos; No in-body image stabilization; Slower AF than GH5; Buffer clearing could be faster; No 6K Photo features due to sensor resolution.

  • Read our Panasonic GH5S Express Review

The Competition

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic GH5
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH5

Nikon Z7 II
Panasonic GH5
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GH5

Compared to Panasonic G9

Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic G9
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic G9

Nikon Z7 II
Panasonic G9
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G9

Compared to Sony A7R IV

Panasonic GH5S
Sony A7R IV
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
  • $3120
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Sony A7R IV

Nikon Z7 II
Sony A7R IV
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Top deck display
  • $3120
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • NFC

Compare Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A7R IV

Compared to Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Panasonic GH5S
Olympus E-M1 Mark III
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1649
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Nikon Z7 II
Olympus E-M1 Mark III
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1649
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • High resolution composite

Compare Nikon Z7 II vs Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Compared to Canon R5

Panasonic GH5S
Canon R5
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Canon R5

Nikon Z7 II
Canon R5
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon Z7 II vs Canon R5

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