Lumix GH5 IIvs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Lumix
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Video, vlogging, documentary
View Lumix GH5 II
VS
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
View Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
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
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix GH5 II (2021) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £699 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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