Lumix GH5 IIvs Z5 II
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Lumix GH5 II (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Video, vlogging, documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video, Vlogging, Documentary — Lumix GH5 II (2021): The GH line's video credentials refined — excellent for video-first shooters.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
Who should buy what
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
- Video creators who want Micro Four Thirds depth of field and lens range
- Documentary filmmakers who need weather sealing
Z5 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The z5 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the lumix gh5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix GH5 II (2021) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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