Lumix GH5 IIvs Z7
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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.
Landscape, Studio, Commercial — Z7 (2018): 45MP full-frame in the same body as the Z6 — choose your priority.
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
Z7 (2018)
- Nikon shooters who need maximum resolution
- Landscape photographers coming from DSLR
Quick take: The z7 has the highest resolution at 46mp; the lumix gh5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix GH5 II (2021) | Z7 (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | Full-frame BSI CMOS 35mm |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 45.7MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | 493-point phase-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 9fps |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | 330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 585g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 67.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | EVF 0.80× 3.69M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.2" tilting touchscreen, 2.1M-dot |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-Mount |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single XQD / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C 3.1, HDMI |
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