Panasonic
Lumix GH5
Landmark Micro Four Thirds video camera with internal 4K 60p, 10-bit options, IBIS, and dual card slots.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2017
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 8.9 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH5
Wins
Alpha 7 V
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 12 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH5
139 × 98 × 87 mm
725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Lumix GH5 is 8mm wider, 2mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 7 V.
Lumix GH5 is 30 g heavier than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH5
139 × 98 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix GH5
139 × 87 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH5
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 98.1, 87.4
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car…
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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 wildlife, Lumix GH5 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix GH5 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7 V?
Lumix GH5 is 20.3 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5 or the Alpha 7 V?
Lumix GH5 reaches 12 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7 V?
Lumix GH5 weighs 725 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the Alpha 7 V is 30 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
Lumix GH5: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
Lumix GH5: Yes. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5 launched at $1,999 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Lumix GH5 is $900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.