GH4vs Lumix GH5 II
Lumix
GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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Lumix
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Video, vlogging, documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video, Independent Filmmaking & Documentary — GH4 (2014): The world's first consumer 4K camera — the GH4 changed independent filmmaking and proved that broadcast-quality video didn't require a cinema camera budget.
Video, Vlogging, Documentary — Lumix GH5 II (2021): The GH line's video credentials refined — excellent for video-first shooters.
Who should buy what
GH4 (2014)
- Videographers and independent filmmakers who want the camera that started the consumer 4K era
- Content creators looking for a capable 4K body at the lowest entry price
- MFT system users who want the best video capability on a tight budget
- Photographers interested in camera history — the GH4 is a landmark piece
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
- Video creators who want Micro Four Thirds depth of field and lens range
- Documentary filmmakers who need weather sealing
Quick take: The lumix gh5 ii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the gh4 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH4 (2014) | Lumix GH5 II (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £899 |
| Sensor | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | None (no body IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) |
| Battery Life | ~500 shots (CIPA) | 900 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 560g (with battery and card) | 727g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH4 | Lumix GH5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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