Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II
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![Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 front Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH6/Panasonic-GH6-front.jpg)
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Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5760 x 2880 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 823g - 139 x 100 x 100mm
- Launched February 2022
- Earlier Model is Panasonic GH5 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3968 video
- Leica L Mount
- 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
- Released January 2023
- Older Model is Panasonic S5
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Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH6 (25MP) and the S5 II (24MP) is relatively close but the GH6 (Four Thirds) and S5 II (Full frame) use different sensor measurements.
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The GH6 was released 10 months before the S5 II so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GH6 scores versus the S5 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GH6 Gallery & Panasonic S5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH6 over the Panasonic S5 II
GH6 | S5 II |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II over the Panasonic GH6
S5 II | GH6 | |||
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Released | January 2023 | ![]() | February 2022 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Panasonic GH6 and Panasonic S5 II
GH6 | S5 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimension | 3.00" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1840k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH6 has exterior dimensions of 139mm x 100mm x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") along with a weight of 823 grams (1.81 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 II has dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the GH6 versus the S5 II.
![Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II size comparison Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH6-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH6 and S5 II is 56 and 59 respectively.
![Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II top view buttons comparison Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH6-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GH6 and S5 II.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic GH6 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older GH6 will be behind in sensor technology.
![Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II sensor size comparison Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH6-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH6-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S5-Mark-II-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 GH6 vs Panasonic S5 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2022-02-22 | 2023-01-04 |
Physical type | 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 area | 224.9mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5776 x 4336 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 779 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 118 | 65 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,840k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5760 x 2880 @60p, 4096 x 2160 @ 120p | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p |
Maximum video resolution | 5760x2880 | 5952x3968 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 823g (1.81 lb) | 740g (1.63 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 100 x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 370 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLK22 | DMW-BLJ31 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Slot 1: CFexpress Card (CFexpress Type B), Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/UHS-II, Video Speed Class 90 standard) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Launch pricing | $2,198 | $2,000 |