Lumix GH5 IIvs OM System OM-1 Mark II
Lumix
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Video, vlogging, documentary
View Lumix GH5 II
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OM System
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
View OM System OM-1 Mark II
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.
Wildlife, Birds & Outdoor Sports — OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024): OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
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
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need the best subject tracking in MFT
- Sports photographers who want weather sealing and 50fps burst
- OM-1 owners looking for a meaningful autofocus upgrade
- Professionals who need pro-grade weather sealing in the lightest possible system
Quick take: The lumix gh5 ii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the lumix gh5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix GH5 II (2021) | OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.0MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | 8.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 120fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 599g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps |
| 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 | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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