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Lumix GH5S

Low-light video-focused GH body with 10.2MP multi-aspect sensor, dual native ISO, and C4K 60p.

$2,499

Launch price

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Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

10.2 MP

Sensor

MFT

ISO max

51,200

Burst

12 fps

4K

60 fps

IBIS

No

Weight

660 g

Battery

440 shots

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Sensor size

Panasonic Lumix GH5S

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, to scale

Front view

Width × Height

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Back view

Width × Height — same proportions as the front

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Top view

Width × Depth (front-to-back)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

139 × 98 × 87 mm · 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)

Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
  • · Fully articulating screen helps with creative angles

Sports & Action

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · 12fps burst — solid for most action
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor sports

Video & Hybrid

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 4K recording
  • · 4K 60p smooth motion

Landscape

Limited
2.5/ 10
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions
  • · Dual card slots for backup

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 660g — manageable for travel
  • · Weather sealed for varied conditions

Wildlife

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · Animal subject recognition
  • · Weather sealed for field conditions

Vlogging

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming
  • · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs

Pros

  • Dual Native ISO
  • C4K 60p
  • Excellent low light for MFT
  • Timecode support

Cons

  • No IBIS
  • 10MP stills limit
  • Older AF

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Panasonic Lumix GH5S

Sensor

Resolution10.2 MP
Sensor typeFour Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size17.3 x 13.0 mm
AA filterNo

Processor

ProcessorVenus Engine

ISO

ISO min (native)160
ISO max (native)51,200
ISO max (expanded)204,800

Shutter

Shutter typeFocal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed1/16000 sec

Autofocus

AF systemContrast AF with DFD technology
AF points / zones225
AF frame coverage100 %
AF low-light limit-5 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal / bird AFYes
Subject recognitionHuman, Face, Eye, Animal

Burst

Burst (mechanical)12 fps
Burst (electronic)12 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseNo
RAW buffer depth80 frames

Video

Max resolution4K
4K max frame rate60 fps
1080p max frame rate240 fps
Max video bit rate400 Mbps
Internal RAW videoNo
Log profileV-Log L / HLG
CodecsH.265, H.264, MOV, MP4, AVCHD

Stabilization

In-body stabilization (IBIS)No
IBIS effectiveness0 stops

Body

Weight660 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4 mm
Weather sealingYes

Battery

BatteryDMW-BLF19
Battery life (CIPA)440 shots

Storage

Card slots2
Card typesSD UHS-II, SD UHS-II

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeOLED Live View Finder
EVF resolution3,680,000 dots
EVF magnification0.76 ×
EVF refresh rate120 Hz

LCD

LCD size3.2 in
LCD typeFully articulating
TouchscreenYes

Connectivity

USBUSB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMIFull HDMI (Type A)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)Yes

Lens Mount

Lens mountMicro Four Thirds