Upgrade Guide

Lumix Lumix GH5 II→Lumix Lumix S9

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Lumix

Lumix GH5 II

£899

2021

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

Lumix S9

£1299 (+£400)

2024

✅

Strong upgrade

The Lumix S9 improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most Lumix GH5 II owners will notice the difference.

What's new in the Lumix S9

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Full spec comparison

Spec	Lumix GH5 II	Lumix S9
Price	£899	£1,299
Released	2021	2024	↑
Sensor	Micro Four Thirds Live MOS	24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS
Resolution	20MP	24MP	↑
Video	4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming	4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/60p, 1080p/240p
Autofocus	225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology	Contrast-detect AF with subject recognition
Stabilisation	5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops	IBIS — up to 5 stops
Burst Rate	12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW)	30fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	900 shots (CIPA)	~310 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	727g (body only)	413g (with battery)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	No	↓
Viewfinder	EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot	None — rear screen only
Screen	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot	3.0" tilting touchscreen (touch drag AF)
Mount	Micro Four Thirds	Leica L mount
Memory Cards	2× SD UHS-II	Single SD UHS-II slot

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