Panasonic
Lumix GH5S
Low-light video-focused GH body with 10.2MP multi-aspect sensor, dual native ISO, and C4K 60p.
$2,499
Released Jan 2018
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 6.8 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH5S
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 10.2 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- ALumix GH5S has higher Max video bit rate (400 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,680,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH5S
139 × 98 × 87 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix GH5S is 2mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix GH5S is 83 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5S · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5S
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH5S
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Alpha 1 II
✓ 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 GH5S
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 98.1, 87.4
Max video bit rate
400 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Weight
660 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 80 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH5S
Pros
- ✓Dual Native ISO
- ✓C4K 60p
- ✓Excellent low light for MFT
- ✓Timecode support
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –10MP stills limit
- –Older AF
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix GH5S or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix GH5S — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GH5S is 10.2 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5S does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5S or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GH5S reaches 12 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GH5S weighs 660 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix GH5S is 83 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix GH5S: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix GH5S: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5S and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5S launched at $2,499 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix GH5S is $4,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.