Here’s our Nikon D5600 vs Panasonic GH4 comparison. The GH4 is more suitable for video, while the D5600 for photography, but these cameras can do both. Let’s see which one gives you more for the money.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.
| Nikon D5600 | GH4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Megapixels | 24.2 | 16.1 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | Live MOS |
| Sensor Format | APS-C (DX) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 2.0x |
| AA Filter | None | Yes |
| Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Body Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Lens Mount | Nikon FX/DX | Micro Four Thirds |
| ISO | 100 - 25,600 | 200 - 25,600 |
| Expanded ISO | No | 100 |
| AF Points | 39 | 49 Contrast |
| Cross-type AF Points | 9 | 0 phase |
| Continuous Mode | 5fps | 12fps |
| LCD | 3.2" - Fully Articulated | 3.0" - Fully Articulated |
| LCD Resolution | 1,036,800 dots | 1,036,800 dots |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Peaking | No | Yes |
| Top LCD Display | No | No |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical | EVF (2.36M) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82x | 1.34x |
| Video Resolution | 1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p) | 4096x2160 (24p) |
| 1280x720 (60/50p) | 3840x2160 (30/25/24p) | |
| Microphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | No | Yes |
| Memory Card Type | SD | SD |
| Dual Card Slots | No | No |
| SD UHS Support | UHS-I | UHS-I |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/4000 | 1/8000 |
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 30" | 60" |
| Bulb Mode | Yes | Yes |
| JPEG Buffer Size | 100 | Unlimited |
| RAW Buffer Size | 12 | 21 |
| Time Lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/250 |
| Startup Time | 0.4s | 0.8s |
| Built-in Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in GPS | No | No |
| Built- in NFC | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| USB Type | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Environmentally Sealed | No | Yes |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 820 shots | 530 shots |
| Battery Included | Yes (EN-EL14a) | Yes |
| Weight | 16.4 oz (465g) | 20.1 oz (569g) |
| Size | 4.9 x 3.8 x 2.8" | 5.2 x 3.7 x 3.3" |
| Price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2014 |
Nikon D5600 Advantages:
- Megapixels – 8 more megapixels. For printing big and cropping, the Nikon D5600 is a much better choice.
- Sensor Format – APS-C is bigger than MFT, which results in slightly less noise at higher ISO levels.
- AA Filter – The Nikon D5600 has no AA filter.
- Cross-type AF points – 9 vs 0. Cross-type AF points are much more accurate and faster in low light.
- LCD – 3.2″ vs 3.0″.
- Built-in NFC
- Bluetooth Support
- Battery Life – 820 shots vs 530 shots.
- Weight – The Nikon D5600 weights 104g less.
Since the Nikon D5600 is more photography oriented, it’s no surprise that it beats the GH4 in auto focus cross-type points, megapixels (8 more) and a bigger sensor that results in less noise when shooting at high ISO speeds. The LCD screen is also bigger and the battery life lasts longer, although the GH4 is pretty solid compared to other mirrorless cameras.
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
Panasonic GH4 Advantages:
- AF Points – 49 vs 39. More means you have a lot more focus points to choose from to perfectly frame your subject. However, the D5600 beats the GH4 in speed (for photographs), especially in low light.
- Continuous mode – 12fps vs 5fps – More is better for sports and wildlife since you have more chances of getting a tack sharp shot.
- Focus Peaking – Very useful for seeing if your subject is in focus (both photo and video).
- Viewfinder Coverage – 100% vs. 95%.
- Viewfinder Magnification – Higher magnification.
- Video Resolution – 4K video available.
- Headphone Jack – Useful for previewing your audio quality straight out the camera.
- Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 vs 1/4000.
- JPEG Buffer Size – Unlimited vs 100. Useful for long bursts.
- RAW Buffer Size – 21 vs 12.
- Max Flash Sync Speed – 1/250 vs 1/200.
- Environmentally Sealed – The Panasonic GH4 is much more protected for shooting outdoors in difficult terrain and bad weather conditions.
Prior to the GH5 announcement, the GH4 was one of your best options if you wanted to record high quality 4K/1080p videos on a budget. With that in mind, if video is more important to you than photography, and the GH5 is too expensive for you, you’ll love the GH4. Microphone and headphone jacks, 1/8000 vs 1/4000 (useful when recording with big apertures on a sunny day) and focus peaking.
It’s also environmentally sealed so you can use it to record videos in the wild without worrying too much.
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
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