Panasonic
Lumix GH5
Landmark Micro Four Thirds video camera with internal 4K 60p, 10-bit options, IBIS, and dual card slots.
$1,999
Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Resolution
20.3 MP
Sensor
MFT
ISO max
25,600
Burst
12 fps
4K
60 fps
IBIS
5-stop
Weight
725 g
Battery
410 shots
Sensor size
Panasonic Lumix GH5
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Micro Four Thirds mount
60
First-party
70
Third-party
130+
Total available
Mount introduced 2008
Body size
Panasonic Lumix GH5
139 × 98 × 87 mm
725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz)
139 × 98 × 87 mm · 725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz)
Best for
Use-case scores
Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.
Portrait
Fair- · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
- · In-body stabilization for handheld shooting
Sports & Action
Fair- · 12fps burst — solid for most action
- · Weather sealed for outdoor sports
Video & Hybrid
Good- · 4K recording
- · 4K 60p smooth motion
Landscape
Limited- · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions
- · IBIS enables slower handheld shutter speeds
Travel
Good- · 725g — manageable for travel
- · Weather sealed for varied conditions
Wildlife
Fair- · Animal subject recognition
- · Weather sealed for field conditions
Vlogging
Excellent- · Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming
- · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs
Pros
- ✓ 4K 60p video
- ✓ Dual SD UHS-II slots
- ✓ Strong IBIS
- ✓ Rugged body
Cons
- – Older contrast AF
- – MFT sensor
- – Superseded by GH6/GH7
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