Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5
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![Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II front Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5-II/Panasonic-GH5-II-front.jpg)
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Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4992 x 3744 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 727g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Revealed July 2021
- Also Known as Lumix DC-GH5M2
- Older Model is Panasonic GH5
- New Model is Panasonic GH6
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Announced August 2020
- Later Model is Panasonic S5 II
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Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Panasonic GH5 II and Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH5 II (20MP) and the S5 (24MP) is pretty comparable but the GH5 II (Four Thirds) and S5 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.
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The GH5 II was introduced 12 months after the S5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GH5 II matches up vs the S5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5 II Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 II over the Panasonic S5
GH5 II | S5 | |||
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Announced | July 2021 | ![]() | August 2020 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Panasonic GH5 II
S5 | GH5 II |
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Common features in the Panasonic GH5 II and Panasonic S5
GH5 II | S5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3.0" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1840k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5 II has got exterior measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has proportions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic GH5 II and Panasonic S5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the GH5 II and the S5.
![Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 size comparison Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GH5 II and S5 is 59 and 60 respectively.
![Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 top view buttons comparison Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5 II and S5.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GH5 II with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic S5 will produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger GH5 II should have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 sensor size comparison Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic GH5 II vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DC-GH5M2 | - |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-07-30 | 2020-08-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Available lenses | 108 | 31 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.0 inches |
Display resolution | 1,840k dot | 1,840k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4992x3744 (30p/?25p/?24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 4992x3744 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 727 grams (1.60 pounds) | 714 grams (1.57 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") | 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1136 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 440 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLK22 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Cost at release | $1,700 | $1,999 |