Panasonic
Lumix GH5 II
MFT video workhorse with V-Log, streaming, and unlimited recording.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased May 2021
Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
Lumix GH6 is 9 months newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH5 II
Wins
Lumix GH6
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH6 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 12 fps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps)
- BLumix GH6 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BLumix GH6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 180 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GH5 II
139 × 98 × 87 mm
727 g (1.60 lb / 25.64 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Lumix GH5 II is 2mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Lumix GH6.
Lumix GH5 II is 96 g lighter than Lumix GH6.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5 II · 100mm Lumix GH6
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GH6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH5 II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix GH6
✓ 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
Lumix GH5 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 98.1, 87.4
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
RAW buffer depth
108 frames vs 65 frames — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
410 shots vs 360 shots — higher is better
Weight
727 g vs 823 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH6
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix GH6 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix GH6 supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH5 II
Pros
- ✓V-Log included
- ✓Live streaming features
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by GH6/GH7
- –20MP
Lumix GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix GH5 II or Lumix GH6?
Lumix GH6 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix GH5 II — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH6?
Lumix GH5 II is 20.3 MP and Lumix GH6 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH6 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5 II has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5 II or the Lumix GH6?
Lumix GH5 II reaches 12 fps electronic. Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH6?
Lumix GH5 II weighs 727 g and Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g, so the Lumix GH5 II is 96 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH6 record 4K video?
Lumix GH5 II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH6 weather sealed?
Lumix GH5 II: Yes. Lumix GH6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5 II and 360 shots for the Lumix GH6, giving the Lumix GH5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5 II launched at $1,699 and Lumix GH6 at $2,199. The Lumix GH5 II is $500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.