Panasonic Lumix GH5 GH5 Srgb, Adobergb 2017
A 20.3MP sensor and Venus engine enable uncropped 4K 60fps with internal 4:2:2 10-bit recording, backed by 5-axis IBIS rated for 5 stops. Its 225-point DFD autofocus locks in 0.05 seconds, while dual UHS-II SD slots and a 3.2" articulating touchscreen support long shoots. Best for hybrid shooters needing reliable video specs and photo burst performance in a compact body.
About This Camera
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The Pursuit of PerfectionLUMIX GH5 is taking image and video quality to the next level, with the world's first 4K/60p recording and a new 6K Photo function that makes sure you never miss the moment. LUMIX Ambassador Steven Clarey explores new possibilities of photography and videography with the LUMIX GH5, as he captures freesurfer Dion Agius in action in Mozambique.
20.3MP Pixel-Perfect ShooterThe LUMIX GH5 packs a real punch with its high performance Digital Live MOS sensor sporting a whopping 20.3 megapixels to achieve the ultimate picture quality in the history of LUMIX G digital cameras. Together with the removal of the low-pass filter from the sensor, you can confidently capture the sharpest ever imagery with high dynamic range and artifact free. The LUMIX GH5 is a camera of beauty created by you and crafted by Panasonic engineering.
Venus Engine BeautyThe marriage of an advanced Digital Live MOS sensor with the beautiful new Venus Engine 10 reproduces extraordinary colour detail and natural texture expression. Multipixel Luminance Generation and Intelligent Detail Processing renders intense brightness and contrast. The Three-Dimensional Colour Control with rich colours from dark to bright shades and high-precision Multi Process NR makes your images pop. Video users will be impressed with the improved performance in perceptual dynamic range at high ISO sensitivity settings.
Dual Image Stabilizer 2Its difficult to handhold a camera at the best of times but don't fret, with the 5-axis Dual I.S. (Image Stabilizer) 2, intelligent compensation comes to your aid. This is the equivalent to doubling (x5) of exposure duration meaning you can use a 5-stop slower shutter speed up to tele-end. The LUMIX GH5 eliminates shake in both body and lens from wide-angle to tele-end. It also works in both photo and video recording, including 4K video.
World 1st 4K 60p/50p Smooth Quality VideoThe LUMIX GH5 takes professional shooting performance to another level with high-precision, silky smooth 4K 60p/50p (QFHD 4K: 3840 x 2160 / MOV or MP4) video recording capability. Faster frame rates mean excellent motion compensation plus you can slow down footage inside your video editing timeline without losing detail. You also achieve perfect panning control and a suppression of the rolling shutter effect as seen in lesser frame rates.
World 1st 4:2:2 10-bit Internal RecordingThe LUMIX GH5 brings game changing internal 4:2:2 10-bit 4K video recording. For example, 10-bit will render all the subtleties of graduated skies and sunsets without the banding so prone to 8-bit. The power of having film creation capabilities inside the camera sets a new precedent in guerilla style film-making. And you can record 4:2:2 10-bit to SD card whilst simultaneously feeding the live signal thru a full-size HDMI port connected to an external monitor or recorder.
Ultra Fast Motion Detection & FocusPanasonic's innovative DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology is constantly evolving and its just got even better. DFD allows the LUMIX GH5 to calculate focal lens movement by comparing depth of field values of two images at incredibly high speed. By combining the AF drive with a maximum read speed of 480 fps, the LUMIX GH5 can achieve ultra-high-speed Auto Focus in up to 0.05 seconds and 9 fps burst shooting with AFC (12 fps burst shooting with AFS).
Never Miss a Shot with 6K / 4K BurstShoot with unlimited burst, then choose and extract the exact frames you want to keep. The new 6K PHOTO mode at 30 fps allows you to capture perfect moments at a stunning 18-Mpx (approx) high-resolution. The Ultra-high-speed 4K PHOTO mode at 60 fps freezes even faster motion which is simply not possible in conventional cameras. The LUMIX GH5 truly does make moments unmissable.
Rugged Design - Splash / Dust / FreezeproofThe LUMIX GH5 is built like a tank to withstand even heavy use out in the field. It is freezeproof down to -10-degrees, in addition, it has a splash / dustproof construction thanks to weather sealing on every joint, dial, and button. A magnesium alloy full diecast armor frame makes the body lightweight yet durable while bringing ruggedness to the compact size. This camera can go everywhere you can.
3,680K-dot, Large OLED LVFA super high-resolution 3,680K-dot OLED LVF (Live View Finder) brings gorgeous visibility and makes for perfect framing even under direct sunlight. A high 0.76x magnification (35 mm camera equivalent) makes it easy-to-see image detail, your settings and icons, and, the long eye point distance of 21 mm is excellent for people who wear spectacles. Best of all, the OLED LVF ensures your pictures match up to exactly how you intended them.
20.3 Megapixels Digital Live MOS Sensor 4K/60p Video Recording 6K PHOTO 6K (30 fps), 4K (60 fps)
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18 (ISO100 equivalent) AF lock Yes (AF/AE LOCK button) AF mode Face/Eye Detection / Tracking / 225-Area / Custom Multi / 1-Area / Pinpoint | Full area touch is available) (Scalable AF frame size (by front/read dial) and flexible AF position (by joystick)) Aperture Bracket 3, 5 or all positions in 1 EV step Aperture Type 9 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm Aspect Ratio 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 Audio video output No AVCHD Progressive/ AVCHD*2-50.00Hz 50.00p, 28Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby), 50.00i, 24Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 25.00fps), 50.00i, 17Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 50.00fps) AVCHD Progressive/ AVCHD*2-59.94Hz 59.94p, 28Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby), 59.94i, 24Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 29.97fps), 59.94i, 17Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 59.94fps), 23.98p, 24Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) Battery Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1860mAh, 14Wh) (included) Battery grip DMW-BGGH5 (sold separately) Bluetooth Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)) Burst speed [6K PHOTO] 30 frames/sec, [4K PHOTO] 60 frames/sec, 30 frames/sec Camera effective pixels 20.33 Megapixels Closest Focusing Distance 0.20 m / 0.66 ft (at focal length 12 mm) / 0.24 m / 0.79 ft (at focal length 60 mm) Colour bars / 1kHz test tone Yes (SMPTE / EBU / ARIB) / Yes Colour filter Primary colour filter Colour Space sRGB, AdobeRGB Colour temperature setting 2500-10000K in 100K Continuous recordable time (Motion picture) AVCHD [FHD/60p]: Approx. 150 min (rear monitor), 150 min (LVF) with H-ES12060, Approx. 160 min (rear monitor), 150 min (LVF) with H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, AVCHD [FHD/60i]: Approx. 150 min (rear monitor), 150 min (LVF) with H-ES12060, Approx. 160 min (rear monitor), 160 min (LVF) with H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, MP4 [4K/60p]: Approx. 100 min (rear monitor), 100 min (LVF) with H-ES12060 / H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, MP4 [4K/30p]: Approx. 110 min (rear monitor), 110 min (LVF) with H-ES12060 / H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060 Creative Control Expressive / Retro / Old Days / High Key / Low Key / Sepia / Monochrome / Dynamic Monochrome / Rough Monochrome / Silky Monochrome / Impressive Art / High Dynamic / Cross Process / Toy Effect / Toy Pop / Bleach Bypass / Miniature Effect / Soft Focus / Fantasy / Star Filter / One Point Colour / Sunshine DFD technology Yes Diagonal Angle of View 84° (Wide) - 20° (Tele) Digital Zoom 2x, 4x Dimensions (W x H x D) 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm / 5.45 x 3.86 x 3.44 inch (excluding protrusions) Diopter adjustment -4.0 - +3.0 (dpt) Direct Print PictBridge compatible Direction Detection Function Yes Dust reduction system Supersonic wave filter Erase Single / Multi / All / Except Favorite Exif information Yes (Each JPEG image cropped out of the 6K/4K burst file complies with EXIF.) Exposure compensation 1/3 EV step ±5EV (±3EV for motion picture) Exposure mode Program AE/ Aperture-Priority / Sutter-Priority / Manual Exposure External microphone input φ3.5mm for external microphone | Stereo/Lens Auto/Shotgun/Super Shotgun/Manual is selectable when attaching DMW-MS2 (sold separately). Extra Tele Conversion Still image: Max. 2x | 4K PHOTO: 1.6x (4:3), 1.5x (3:2), 1.4x (16:9, 1:1) | Motion picture: 2.7x (FHD), 1.4x (4K) Eye point Approx. 21 mm from eyepiece lens Eye sensor Yes Eye sensor adjustment High / Low Field of view Approx. 100% Filed of view Approx. 100% Filter Size φ62 mm / 2.44 inch Flash Mode Auto*, Auto/Red-eye Reduction*, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Flash output adjustment 1/3EV step ±3EV Flash sync socket Yes Flash synchronization 1st. Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync. Flash type TTL External Flash (sold separately) Focal Length f=12-60 mm (35 mm camera equivalent10/01/2017 24-120mm) Focus Bracket 1 to 999 images, focus steps can be set in 5 levels Focus mode AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF Focus Stacking Yes HDMI (Monitor-through) 4:2:2 10-bit (When [Rec Quality] is set to [4:2:2 10bit] or when [Rec Quality] is set to [4K/60p]/[4K/50p] and [4K/60p Bit Mode]/[4K/50p Bit Mode] is set to [4:2:2 10bit].When [4K/60p]/[4K/50p] mode is selected in [Rec Quality], it is not possible to record motion picture or still picture on the SD memory card in the camera unit.) 4:2:2 8bit (When [Rec Quality] is set to [4:2:0 8bit], except for [4K 60p]/[4K/50p]), 4:2:0 8bit (When [Rec Quality] is set to [4K/60p]/[4K/50p] and [4K/60p Bit Mode]/[4K/50p Bit Mode] is set to [4:2:0 8bit].), Auto / 4K/30p/25p / 1080p / 1080i / OFF, Information display ON/OFF (selectable), Automatic down-conversion HDMI Playback HDMI TypeA / VIERA Link, Audio: Stereo, 59.94Hz: Auto / 4K/60p / 4K/30p / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p, 50.00Hz: Auto / 4K/50p / 4K/25p / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p, 24.00Hz: Auto / C4K / 4K/24p / 1080p Headphone output φ3.5mm for headphone High-res audio recording Yes with DMW-XLR1 (sold separately) Image quality RAW, RAW+Fine, RAW+Standard, Fine, Standard Image sensor size 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio) ISO sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity) Still image: Auto / Intelligent ISO / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step), Creative Video Mode: Auto / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step) Knee control Yes (in Like709 mode) Lens Construction 14 elements in 12 groups (4 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses) Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Lens Name LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm / F2.8-4.0 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S. Light metering mode Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot Light metering system 1,728-zone multi-pattern sensing system Loop rec function Yes (in 6K*6/4K Burst (S/S) mode) Luminance level 8-bit: 0-255 / 16-235 / 16-255 | 10-bit: 01023 / 64940 / 641023 LUT display LUT Monitor Display / LUT HDMI Display Magnification Approx. 1.52x / 0.76x (35mm camera equivalent) with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1 Marking function Yes (in 6K/4K Burst (S/S) mode) Master pedestal level 31 steps Max. Diameter φ68.4 mm / 2.69 inch Maximum Aperture F2.8 (Wide) - F4.0 (Tele) Maximum magnification Approx. 0.3x / 0.6x (35mm camera equivalent) Metering range EV0-18 (F2.0 lens, ISO100 equivalent) Microphone Stereo, Wind Noise Canceller: OFF / Low / Standard / High / AUTO Minimum Aperture F22 Monitor adjustment Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Red-Green, Blue-Yellow Monitor Size Free-angle 3.2-inch (8.0 cm) / 3:2 aspect / Wide viewing angle Motion picture MOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC (Audio format: LPCM [2 ch 48kHz/16-bit, 48kHz/24-bit, 96kHz/24-bit)], MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC / HEVC*6 (Audio format: LPCM (2ch 48kHz/16-bit), AAC (2ch)), AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Audio 2 ch) Mount Micro Four Thirds mount Nano Surface Coating Yes Number of recordable images More than approx. 60 images (when there are RAW files with the particular speed), More than approx. 600 images (when there are no RAW files), (depending on memory card size, battery power, picture size, and compression) Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH Operating temperature -10℃ to 40℃ (14°F to 104°F) Optical Image Stabilizer Yes (POWER O.I.S.) OSD language Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese (Traditional) Other functions Level Gauge, Real-time Histogram, Guide Lines (3 patterns), Center Marker, Highlight display (Still image / motion picture), Zebra pattern (Still image / motion picture) Overall Length Approx. 86 mm / 3.39 inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) Password-less connection Yes (ON / OFF selectable) Photo Style Standard / Vivid / Natural / Monochrome / L. Monochrome / L. Monochrome D*7 / Scenery / Portrait / Custom 1, 2, 3, 4 / Cinelike D / Cinelike V / Like709*8 / Hybrid Log Gamma*1/*6 / V-LogL*/*8* | * When Creative Video Mode is selected. ** Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU1 (sold separately) is required. Pixels Approx. 1,620K-dots Post Focus Yes Protection Single / Multi or Cancel QR Code Connection Yes Recording media SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card (Compatible with UHS-I / UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards) Remote control Remote control with Bulb function by DMW-RSL1 (sold separately) Remote input φ2.5mm for remote SD card slot Slot 1, Slot 2 Self timer 10sec, 3 images / 2sec / 10sec Shutter life Approx. 200,000 images Speaker Monaural SS/Gain operation Shutter Duration/ISO / Angle/ISO / Shutter Duration/dB Still image JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.31), RAW Synchro scan Yes Synchronization for flash dimming and exposure compensation Yes Synchronization speed Less than 1/250 second System frequency 59.94Hz, 50.00Hz, 24.00Hz Time code Count Up: Rec Run/Free Run selectable, Time Code Mode: Drop frame/Non-drop frame selectable (When system frequency [59.94Hz] is selected.) Total pixels 21.77 Megapixels USB USB Type-C, Super Speed USB3.1 GEN1 Wave form monitor / Vectorscope Selectable Weatherproof Splash/Dust/Freezeproof Weight [g] Approx. 320 g (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood) Weight [oz] Approx. 11.29 oz (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood) White balance adjustment Blue/Amber bias, Magenta/Green bias White balance bracket 3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis, colour temperature setting Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac * 5GHz Wi-Fi is not available in some countries. | 1-11, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165 ch Wireless control Yes (When using DMW-FL200L / FL360L / FL580L (sold separately)), Wireless Channel: 1ch/2ch/3ch/4ch Shutter Speed Still image: Bulb (Max. 30 minutes), 1/8,000 - 60, Electronic first curtain shutter: Bulb (Max. 30 minutes), 1/2,000 - 60, Electronic shutter: 1/16,000 - 1, Motion picture: 59.94Hz: 1/16,000 - 1/30, 50.00Hz: 1/16,000 - 1/25, 23.98Hz: 1/16,000 - 1/24 (When using Synchro Scan) White Balance AWB / AWBc / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Colour temperature setting 1, 2, 3, 4 1:1 3888 x 3888 (L) / 2784 x 2784 (M) / 1968 x 1968 (S) / 2880 x 2880 (4K PHOTO) 16:9 5184 x 2920 (L) / 3840 x 2160 (M) / 1920 x 1080 (S) / 3840 x 2160 (4K PHOTO) 24.00Hz 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60 fps | 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108, 120, 132, 144, 156, 168, 180 fps 3:2 5184 x 3456 (L) / 3712 x 2480 (M) / 2624 x 1752 (S) / 5184 x 3456 (6K PHOTO) / 3504 x 2336 (4K PHOTO) 4:3 5184 x 3888 (L) / 3712 x 2784 (M) / 2624 x 1968 (S) / 4992 x 3744 (6K PHOTO) / 3328 x 2496 (4K PHOTO) 50.00Hz 2, 25, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 75, 100, 150, 180 fps | 2, 12, 21, 23, 25, 27, 30, 37, 60 fps | 2, 12, 21, 23, 25, 27, 30, 37, 50, 62, 75, 87, 100, 125, 150, 175, 180 fps 59.94Hz 2, 30, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64, 90, 120, 150, 180 fps | 2, 15, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 45, 60 fps | 2, 15, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 45, 60, 75, 90, 105, 120, 135, 150, 165, 180 fps | 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60 fps | 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108, 120, 132, 144, 156, 168, 180 fps 6K PHOTO*1 / 4K PHOTO 6K PHOTO: MP4 [H.265/HEVC, Audio format: AAC (2 ch)] | 4K PHOTO: MP4 [H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio format: AAC (2 ch)] Actual recordable time (Motion picture) AVCHD [FHD/60p]: Approx. 75 min (rear monitor), 75 min (LVF) with H-ES12060, Approx. 80 min (rear monitor), 75 min (LVF) with H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, AVCHD [FHD/60i]: Approx. 75 min (rear monitor), 75 min (LVF) with H-ES12060, Approx. 80 min (rear monitor), 80 min (LVF) with H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, MP4 [4K/60p]: Approx. 50 min (rear monitor), 50 min (LVF) with H-ES12060 / H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, MP4 [4K/30p]: Approx. 55 min (rear monitor), 55 min (LVF) with H-ES12060 / H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060 AE bracket 3, 5, 7 images in 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV step, max. ±3 EV, single/burst AE lock Yes (AF/AE LOCK button) AF assist lamp Yes AF custom setting AF Sensitivity, AF Area Switching Sensitivity, Moving Object Prediction AF detective range EV -4 - 18 (ISO100 equivalent) AF lock Yes (AF/AE LOCK button) AF mode Face/Eye Detection / Tracking / 225-Area / Custom Multi / 1-Area / Pinpoint | Full area touch is available) (Scalable AF frame size (by front/read dial) and flexible AF position (by joystick)) Aperture Bracket 3, 5 or all positions in 1 EV step Aperture Type 9 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm Aspect Ratio 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 Audio video output No AVCHD Progressive/ AVCHD*2-50.00Hz 50.00p, 28Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby), 50.00i, 24Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 25.00fps), 50.00i, 17Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 50.00fps) AVCHD Progressive/ AVCHD*2-59.94Hz 59.94p, 28Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby), 59.94i, 24Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 29.97fps), 59.94i, 17Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) (Sensor output is 59.94fps), 23.98p, 24Mbps (LongGOP) (Dolby) Battery Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1860mAh, 14Wh) (included) Battery grip DMW-BGGH5 (sold separately) Bluetooth Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)) Burst speed [6K PHOTO] 30 frames/sec, [4K PHOTO] 60 frames/sec, 30 frames/sec Camera effective pixels 20.33 Megapixels Closest Focusing Distance 0.20 m / 0.66 ft (at focal length 12 mm) / 0.24 m / 0.79 ft (at focal length 60 mm) Colour bars / 1kHz test tone Yes (SMPTE / EBU / ARIB) / Yes Colour filter Primary colour filter Colour Space sRGB, AdobeRGB Colour temperature setting 2500-10000K in 100K Continuous recordable time (Motion picture) AVCHD [FHD/60p]: Approx. 150 min (rear monitor), 150 min (LVF) with H-ES12060, Approx. 160 min (rear monitor), 150 min (LVF) with H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, AVCHD [FHD/60i]: Approx. 150 min (rear monitor), 150 min (LVF) with H-ES12060, Approx. 160 min (rear monitor), 160 min (LVF) with H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, MP4 [4K/60p]: Approx. 100 min (rear monitor), 100 min (LVF) with H-ES12060 / H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060, MP4 [4K/30p]: Approx. 110 min (rear monitor), 110 min (LVF) with H-ES12060 / H-HSA12035 / H-FS12060 Creative Control Expressive / Retro / Old Days / High Key / Low Key / Sepia / Monochrome / Dynamic Monochrome / Rough Monochrome / Silky Monochrome / Impressive Art / High Dynamic / Cross Process / Toy Effect / Toy Pop / Bleach Bypass / Miniature Effect / Soft Focus / Fantasy / Star Filter / One Point Colour / Sunshine DFD technology Yes Diagonal Angle of View 84° (Wide) - 20° (Tele) Digital Zoom 2x, 4x Dimensions (W x H x D) 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm / 5.45 x 3.86 x 3.44 inch (excluding protrusions) Diopter adjustment -4.0 - +3.0 (dpt) Direct Print PictBridge compatible Direction Detection Function Yes Dust reduction system Supersonic wave filter Erase Single / Multi / All / Except Favorite Exif information Yes (Each JPEG image cropped out of the 6K/4K burst file complies with EXIF.) Exposure compensation 1/3 EV step ±5EV (±3EV for motion picture) Exposure mode Program AE/ Aperture-Priority / Sutter-Priority / Manual Exposure External microphone input φ3.5mm for external microphone | Stereo/Lens Auto/Shotgun/Super Shotgun/Manual is selectable when attaching DMW-MS2 (sold separately). Extra Tele Conversion Still image: Max. 2x | 4K PHOTO: 1.6x (4:3), 1.5x (3:2), 1.4x (16:9, 1:1) | Motion picture: 2.7x (FHD), 1.4x (4K) Eye point Approx. 21 mm from eyepiece lens Eye sensor Yes Eye sensor adjustment High / Low Field of view Approx. 100% Filed of view Approx. 100% Filter Size φ62 mm / 2.44 inch Flash Mode Auto*, Auto/Red-eye Reduction*, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Flash output adjustment 1/3EV step ±3EV Flash sync socket Yes Flash synchronization 1st. Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync. Flash type TTL External Flash (sold separately) Focal Length f=12-60 mm (35 mm camera equivalent10/01/2017 24-120mm) Focus Bracket 1 to 999 images, focus steps can be set in 5 levels Focus mode AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF Focus Stacking Yes HDMI (Monitor-through) 4:2:2 10-bit (When [Rec Quality] is set to [4:2:2 10bit] or when [Rec Quality] is set to [4K/60p]/[4K/50p] and [4K/60p Bit Mode]/[4K/50p Bit Mode] is set to [4:2:2 10bit].When [4K/60p]/[4K/50p] mode is selected in [Rec Quality], it is not possible to record motion picture or still picture on the SD memory card in the camera unit.) 4:2:2 8bit (When [Rec Quality] is set to [4:2:0 8bit], except for [4K 60p]/[4K/50p]), 4:2:0 8bit (When [Rec Quality] is set to [4K/60p]/[4K/50p] and [4K/60p Bit Mode]/[4K/50p Bit Mode] is set to [4:2:0 8bit].), Auto / 4K/30p/25p / 1080p / 1080i / OFF, Information display ON/OFF (selectable), Automatic down-conversion HDMI Playback HDMI TypeA / VIERA Link, Audio: Stereo, 59.94Hz: Auto / 4K/60p / 4K/30p / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p, 50.00Hz: Auto / 4K/50p / 4K/25p / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p, 24.00Hz: Auto / C4K / 4K/24p / 1080p Headphone output φ3.5mm for headphone High-res audio recording Yes with DMW-XLR1 (sold separately) Image quality RAW, RAW+Fine, RAW+Standard, Fine, Standard Image sensor size 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio) ISO sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity) Still image: Auto / Intelligent ISO / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step), Creative Video Mode: Auto / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step) Knee control Yes (in Like709 mode) Lens Construction 14 elements in 12 groups (4 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses) Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Lens Name LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm / F2.8-4.0 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S. Light metering mode Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot Light metering system 1,728-zone multi-pattern sensing system Loop rec function Yes (in 6K*6/4K Burst (S/S) mode) Luminance level 8-bit: 0-255 / 16-235 / 16-255 | 10-bit: 01023 / 64940 / 641023 LUT display LUT Monitor Display / LUT HDMI Display Magnification Approx. 1.52x / 0.76x (35mm camera equivalent) with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1 Marking function Yes (in 6K/4K Burst (S/S) mode) Master pedestal level 31 steps Max. Diameter φ68.4 mm / 2.69 inch Maximum Aperture F2.8 (Wide) - F4.0 (Tele) Maximum magnification Approx. 0.3x / 0.6x (35mm camera equivalent) Metering range EV0-18 (F2.0 lens, ISO100 equivalent) Microphone Stereo, Wind Noise Canceller: OFF / Low / Standard / High / AUTO Minimum Aperture F22 Monitor adjustment Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Red-Green, Blue-Yellow Monitor Size Free-angle 3.2-inch (8.0 cm) / 3:2 aspect / Wide viewing angle Motion picture MOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC (Audio format: LPCM [2 ch 48kHz/16-bit, 48kHz/24-bit, 96kHz/24-bit)], MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC / HEVC*6 (Audio format: LPCM (2ch 48kHz/16-bit), AAC (2ch)), AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Audio 2 ch) Mount Micro Four Thirds mount Nano Surface Coating Yes Number of recordable images More than approx. 60 images (when there are RAW files with the particular speed), More than approx. 600 images (when there are no RAW files), (depending on memory card size, battery power, picture size, and compression) Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH Operating temperature -10℃ to 40℃ (14°F to 104°F) Optical Image Stabilizer Yes (POWER O.I.S.) OSD language Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese (Traditional) Other functions Level Gauge, Real-time Histogram, Guide Lines (3 patterns), Center Marker, Highlight display (Still image / motion picture), Zebra pattern (Still image / motion picture) Overall Length Approx. 86 mm / 3.39 inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) Password-less connection Yes (ON / OFF selectable) Photo Style Standard / Vivid / Natural / Monochrome / L. Monochrome / L. Monochrome D*7 / Scenery / Portrait / Custom 1, 2, 3, 4 / Cinelike D / Cinelike V / Like709*8 / Hybrid Log Gamma*1/*6 / V-LogL*/*8* | * When Creative Video Mode is selected. ** Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU1 (sold separately) is required. Pixels Approx. 1,620K-dots Post Focus Yes Protection Single / Multi or Cancel QR Code Connection Yes Recording media SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card (Compatible with UHS-I / UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards) Remote control Remote control with Bulb function by DMW-RSL1 (sold separately) Remote input φ2.5mm for remote SD card slot Slot 1, Slot 2 Self timer 10sec, 3 images / 2sec / 10sec Shutter life Approx. 200,000 images Speaker Monaural SS/Gain operation Shutter Duration/ISO / Angle/ISO / Shutter Duration/dB Still image JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.31), RAW Synchro scan Yes Synchronization for flash dimming and exposure compensation Yes Synchronization speed Less than 1/250 second System frequency 59.94Hz, 50.00Hz, 24.00Hz Time code Count Up: Rec Run/Free Run selectable, Time Code Mode: Drop frame/Non-drop frame selectable (When system frequency [59.94Hz] is selected.) Total pixels 21.77 Megapixels USB USB Type-C, Super Speed USB3.1 GEN1 Wave form monitor / Vectorscope Selectable Weatherproof Splash/Dust/Freezeproof Weight [g] Approx. 320 g (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood) Weight [oz] Approx. 11.29 oz (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood) White balance adjustment Blue/Amber bias, Magenta/Green bias White balance bracket 3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis, colour temperature setting Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac * 5GHz Wi-Fi is not available in some countries. | 1-11, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165 ch Wireless control Yes (When using DMW-FL200L / FL360L / FL580L (sold separately)), Wireless Channel: 1ch/2ch/3ch/4ch
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- 20.3MP Digital Live MOS Sensor
- Venus Engine Image Processor
- 4K Video with No Crop
- Internal 4:2:2 10-Bit 4K Video at 24/30p
The 30-Second Version
The GH5 is the battered, beloved workhorse of the indie film world. Buy it for the video, stay for the battery life, but bring your own manual focus skills.
Overview
Panasonic's GH5 is a video-first mirrorless camera that refuses to die. Even years after launch, it remains a favorite for indie filmmakers thanks to its uncropped 4K 60fps, 10-bit internal recording, and class-leading stabilization. It's not the stills king, and the autofocus will drive you mad if you rely on it, but for pure video bang-for-buck, nothing in its price range touches it.
We've been tracking this thing in our database for years, and while newer models have surpassed it in resolution and AF speed, the GH5's build, battery life, and video features still make it a ridiculous value on the used market. If you can live without perfect tracking, you'll get a tool that punches above its weight class.
Performance
We were genuinely surprised by how well this camera holds up for action. The 12fps mechanical burst and deep buffer won't top the charts, but pair them with that 96th-percentile battery life and you've got a setup that can shoot sports or wildlife all day on a single charge. That's something even some $2,000 bodies can't match. The 3.68M-dot EVF is also a standout, sharp and huge, making it easy to track subjects in bright light. Just don't expect the sensor to keep up in dim conditions, low light is not its friend.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Class-leading battery life for all-day video and burst shooting 96th
- Superb 3.68M-dot EVF that rivals far pricier cameras 96th
- Robust weather-sealed body built like a tank 95th
- Uncropped 4K 60fps 10-bit internal recording with Log profiles 93th
Cons
- Contrast-detect AF hunts and pulses in video, unreliable for moving subjects
- Micro Four Thirds sensor struggles in low light compared to APS-C rivals
- Mediocre product and still-life sharpness, it's in the bottom half for sensor quality
- No reliable subject-tracking autofocus for sports, you'll miss shots
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | Digital Live MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 20.33 |
| ISO Range | 200 |
| Processor | Venus Engine 10 |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 225 |
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 225 |
| Eye AF | Yes |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 12 |
| Burst (Electronic) | 60 |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| Codec | H.264, HEVC |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3.2 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 3680000 |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 lbs |
| Battery Life | 600 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C, Super Speed USB3.1 GEN1 |
| HDMI | HDMI TypeA |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
Value & Pricing
At its current used prices (we've seen as low as $700), the GH5 is a flat-out steal for video shooters. The lens bundle with the Leica 12-60mm is an especially sweet deal. But prices are all over the map, with some sellers asking absurd amounts like $200k (we assume that's a typo). Stick to reputable stores and you'll get a production-ready camera for the price of a point-and-shoot.
vs Competition
The Sony Alpha 6700 offers way better autofocus and cleaner low-light images, but its rolling shutter and overheating in 4K 120p can be dealbreakers for serious video work. The Fujifilm X-H2 gives you a massive resolution bump and similar video chops, but at almost double the price. For pure video reliability and ruggedness, the GH5 still holds its own, especially if you're building a kit on a budget and don't need the latest AF wizardry.
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix GH5 GH5 | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark III | Sony a7 a7 V | Nikon Z9 Z9 | OM System OM OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 20.3MP micro-four-thirds | 40.2MP aps-c | 32.5MP full-frame | 33MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 20MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 225 | 425 | 1053 | 759 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 12 | 20 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 8K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 320 | 579 | 609 | 610 | 1160 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix GH5 GH5 | 79.7 | 95.9 | 90.1 | 90.3 | 80.2 | 41.2 | 96.1 | 84.3 | 93.2 | 94.6 | 84.7 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 88.1 | 95.5 | 89.5 | 85.5 | 99.9 | 97.1 | 97 | 84.3 | 93.2 | 94.6 | 93.5 |
| Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.4 | 88 | 94.9 | 93.1 | 89.6 | 58.8 | 96.6 | 99.2 | 93.2 | 94.6 | 99.5 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.7 | 88.7 | 95 | 91 | 89.6 | 60.1 | 96.6 | 99.6 | 93.2 | 94.6 | 96.1 |
| Nikon Z9 Z9 Compare | 98.4 | 89.5 | 99.4 | 96.1 | 97.9 | 65 | 97.3 | 84.3 | 93.2 | 84.9 | 84.7 |
| OM System OM OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.4 | 99.7 | 81.9 | 99.8 | 84.1 | 25.8 | 94.2 | 84.3 | 93.2 | 94.6 | 99.5 |
Common Questions
Q: Is the GH5 still good for video in 2024?
Absolutely, if you don't need flawless autofocus. It shoots 4K 60fps without a crop, 10-bit 4:2:2 internally, and has amazing IBIS. For interviews, short films, and documentaries, it's still a powerhouse.
Q: How does the GH5 compare to the Sony A7 III for hybrid use?
The Sony A7 III is better for stills and low light, but the GH5 destroys it for video features. You get 10-bit internal, no recording limits, and better stabilization. If video is your priority, GH5. If photos come first, go Sony.
Q: Is the autofocus really that bad?
It's fine for static subjects or pulling focus manually, but for tracking faces or fast movement, it's unreliable. If you shoot sports or need continuous AF in video, get a camera with phase-detect like the Sony A6700.
Who Should Skip This
If you mainly shoot stills or need fast, reliable autofocus for vlogging or sports, the GH5 isn't your camera. The 20MP Micro Four Thirds sensor feels cramped for high-res photography, and product photography scores are abysmal. Look at the Sony Alpha 6700 or Fujifilm X-H2 instead.
Verdict
If you're a filmmaker on a budget or need a B-cam that can handle rain, dust, and all-day shoots without breaking a sweat, the GH5 is still a top pick. Just don't buy it expecting great stills or reliable face tracking. It's a video workhorse, period.
