Lumix GH5 IIvs Z50 II
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, Vlogging, Documentary — Lumix GH5 II (2021): The GH line's video credentials refined — excellent for video-first shooters.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
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
Z50 II (2024)
- Beginners stepping into the Nikon Z system wanting improved autofocus
- Content creators who want APS-C Z quality with subject detection AF
- Z50 owners who want meaningfully better AF performance for people and pets
- Travel photographers wanting a compact, capable Z body at an accessible price
Quick take: The z50 ii has the highest resolution at 21mp; only the lumix gh5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix GH5 II (2021) | Z50 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £899 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 385g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | Z50 II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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