Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Panasonic
Lumix GH5
Landmark Micro Four Thirds video camera with internal 4K 60p, 10-bit options, IBIS, and dual card slots.
$1,999
Released Jan 2017
EOS R6 Mark II is 5.8 years newer.
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Lumix GH5
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 225)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 12 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 60 frames)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
Lumix GH5
139 × 98 × 87 mm
725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 1mm thicker than Lumix GH5.
EOS R6 Mark II is 45 g lighter than Lumix GH5.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 87mm Lumix GH5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
Lumix GH5
139 × 98 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
Lumix GH5
139 × 87 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lumix GH5
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Lumix GH5
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
AF points / zones
1053 vs 225 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH5
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 98.1, 87.4
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Max video bit rate
400 Mbps vs 340 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Up to 40fps electronic burst
- ✓4K 60p oversampled from 6K
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — superb subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- –24.2MP may feel limiting for large prints
- –No CFexpress on base body
- –Short battery life vs. A7 IV
Lumix GH5
Pros
- ✓4K 60p video
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II slots
- ✓Strong IBIS
- ✓Rugged body
Cons
- –Older contrast AF
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by GH6/GH7
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS R6 Mark II or Lumix GH5?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix GH5 — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GH5?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Lumix GH5 is 20.3 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GH5 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix GH5 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Lumix GH5?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix GH5 reaches 12 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GH5?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and Lumix GH5 weighs 725 g, so the EOS R6 Mark II is 45 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GH5 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GH5 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Lumix GH5: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 410 shots for the Lumix GH5, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Lumix GH5 at $1,999. The Lumix GH5 is $500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.