Upgrade Guide

Lumix Lumix S5 II→Lumix GH5

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

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Lumix

Lumix S5 II

£1999

2023

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Lumix

GH5

£699 (-£1,300)

2017

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The GH5 offers little measurable spec improvement over the Lumix S5 II. Spend the money on glass instead.

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Full spec comparison

Spec	Lumix S5 II	GH5
Price	£1,999	£699
Released	2023	2017	↓
Sensor	24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS	20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS
Resolution	24MP	20MP	↓
Video	6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log	4K/60p, C4K/30p, 1080p/180p; 10-bit 4:2:2 internal; unlimited recording
Autofocus	Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection	Contrast-detect DFD AF, face/eye detection
Stabilisation	5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses)	IBIS — up to 5 stops; Dual IS 2 with compatible lenses (6.5 stops)
Burst Rate	30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical	12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC)	↓
Battery Life	740 shots (CIPA)	~410 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	740g body only	725g (with battery and card)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots	EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.76× magnification
Screen	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen	3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots
Mount	Leica L-mount	Micro Four Thirds
Memory Cards	Dual SD UHS-II	Dual SD UHS-II slots

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