Lumix GH5 IIvs A7C II
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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.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; the lumix gh5 ii 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) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
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