• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 51,200

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Differences

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Panasonic GH5S

  • Less expensive
    $439 vs $1500
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Longer video battery life
    80 vs 60 minutes
    Capture more video
  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 87 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    121g vs 660g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    14.5 vs 10.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Faster shutter
    1/25000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Panasonic GH5S advantages over Ricoh Theta V

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    4/3 vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 440 vs 300 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • 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

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter

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  • 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 GH4

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic GH4
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Panasonic GH4

Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic GH4
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $898
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH4

Compared to Panasonic G85

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic G85
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $631
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Panasonic G85

Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic G85
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Bigger pixels
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $631
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic G85

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic GH5
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Panasonic GH5

Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic GH5
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic GH5

Compared to Panasonic G9

Ricoh Theta V
Panasonic G9
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Panasonic G9

Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic G9
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $965
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic G9

Compared to Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Ricoh Theta V
Olympus E-M1 Mark III
  • $439
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1649
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Panasonic GH5S
Olympus E-M1 Mark III
  • $1799
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1649
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite

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