Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
| Genre | Lumix S5 IIX | GH5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Portrait | -2.0 | ||
| Landscape | -2.0 | ||
| Travel | +2.0 | ||
| Sports | — | ||
| Street | — | ||
| Wildlife | — | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
| Spec | Lumix S5 IIX | GH5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,399 | £699 | |
| Released | 2023 | 2017 | ↓ |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | |
| Resolution | 24MP | 20MP | ↓ |
| Video | 6K/30p Open Gate, 4K/60p 10-bit, ProRes RAW via HDMI — V-Log, LUT support | 4K/60p, C4K/30p, 1080p/180p; 10-bit 4:2:2 internal; unlimited recording | |
| Autofocus | Phase-hybrid AF — improved over S5 with subject recognition | 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 | 9fps mechanical, 30fps electronic (6MP crop) | 12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC) | ↑ |
| Battery Life | ~370 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) | ↑ |
| Weight | 740g body only | 725g (with battery and card) | ↑ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 3.68M-dot, 0.78× | EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.76× magnification | |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
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