Panasonic
Lumix GH5 II
MFT video workhorse with V-Log, streaming, and unlimited recording.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased May 2021
Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 4 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH5 II
Wins
Lumix S1 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (70 fps vs 12 fps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- BLumix S1 II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BLumix S1 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
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 S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix GH5 II is 4mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Lumix S1 II but it is also 4mm wider.
Lumix GH5 II is 73 g lighter than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5 II · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH5 II
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix GH5 II
139 × 87 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH5 II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix S1 II: mount data unavailable
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
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
410 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Weight
727 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Burst (electronic)
70 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix S1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
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 S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix GH5 II or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix GH5 II — 70fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix GH5 II is 20.3 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5 II has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5 II or the Lumix S1 II?
Lumix GH5 II reaches 12 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix GH5 II weighs 727 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the Lumix GH5 II is 73 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
Lumix GH5 II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
Lumix GH5 II: Yes. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5 II and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix GH5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5 II launched at $1,699 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The Lumix GH5 II is $1,500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.