Lumix GH5 IIvs A5100
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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.
Casual & Travel — A5100 (2014): The A5100 is one of the smallest APS-C mirrorless cameras ever made. Its 24MP sensor, phase-detect AF, and selfie-friendly flip screen pack remarkable capability into a shirt-pocket-sized body. No EVF or hot shoe limits it for serious use, but as a compact travel camera or beginner's first mirrorless, it punches well above its price on the used market.
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
A5100 (2014)
- Beginners stepping up from a smartphone
- Compact travel photographers
- Casual vloggers who want APS-C quality
Quick take: The a5100 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the a5100 is the most affordable; only the lumix gh5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix GH5 II (2021) | A5100 (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £200 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.3MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF, face detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | None |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 6fps |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 224g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 109.6 × 62.8 × 35.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD / MemoryStick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | A5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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