Upgrade Guide
Lumix GH5→Lumix Lumix S5 II
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Worthwhile
Clear improvements over the GH5. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.
What's new in the Lumix S5 II
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Resolution24MP vs 20MP (+4MP)
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Burst rate30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical vs 12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC)
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Battery life740 shots (CIPA) vs ~410 shots (CIPA)
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Generation6 years newer (2023 vs 2017)
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH5 | Lumix S5 II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Travel | -2.0 | ||
| Portrait | +2.0 | ||
| Wildlife | — | ||
| Sports & Action | -3.0 | ||
| Landscape | +2.0 | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | GH5 | Lumix S5 II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,999 | |
| Released | 2017 | 2023 | ↑ |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | |
| Resolution | 20MP | 24MP | ↑ |
| Video | 4K/60p, C4K/30p, 1080p/180p; 10-bit 4:2:2 internal; unlimited recording | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face/eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — up to 5 stops; Dual IS 2 with compatible lenses (6.5 stops) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC) | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | ↑ |
| Battery Life | ~410 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | ↑ |
| Weight | 725g (with battery and card) | 740g body only | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.76× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L-mount | |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II |
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