Upgrade Guide
Lumix Lumix GH5 II→Lumix GH5
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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The GH5 offers little measurable spec improvement over the Lumix GH5 II. Spend the money on glass instead.
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ResolutionSimilar (20MP)
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix GH5 II | GH5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Portrait | — | ||
| Street | — | ||
| Travel | +1.0 | ||
| Sports & Action | — | ||
| Wildlife | — | ||
| Landscape | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | Lumix GH5 II | GH5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £699 | |
| Released | 2021 | 2017 | ↓ |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | |
| Resolution | 20MP | 20MP | |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming | 4K/60p, C4K/30p, 1080p/180p; 10-bit 4:2:2 internal; unlimited recording | |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face/eye detection | |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops | IBIS — up to 5 stops; Dual IS 2 with compatible lenses (6.5 stops) | |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) | 12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC) | |
| Battery Life | 900 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) | ↓ |
| Weight | 727g (body only) | 725g (with battery and card) | ↑ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.76× magnification | |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
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