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Panasonic Lumix GH5 II review so far
The GH5 Mark II may represent a mild update over its predecessor, but still builds upon what was already a very capable camera for videographers. Sure the same money could buy you a camera with an APSC sensor and on some models more confident continuous video autofocus, but how many rivals also...Panasonic GH5 II
Updated on: July 31, 2021 Launched in July 2021 , Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II is a 20.0MP Pro Mirrorless camera with a Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm ) sized CMOS sensor, built-in Image Stabilization, weather-sealed body, Fully articulated touch screen and Micro Four Thirds lens mount.- Shutter Angle Setting, DMW-XLR1 XLR Microphone Adapter, Waveform for Video, Vector Scope for Video, Anamorphic Support, Open-Gate Capture, Unlimited Video Recording (no 30min limit), Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi), Bluetooth Connectivity, 5-axis Image Stabilization, Articulating Screen, 6K Anamorphic at...
- Low Battery Life: 400 shots
Panasonic GH5 Mark II review
If you're looking for a well-built, lightweight mirrorless camera with excellent handling, a fantastic range of video shooting options and solid stills performance, the GH5 Mark II his well worth a look. The GH5 was already a great choice, and the tweaks here just make it all the more appealing.- Wireless live streaming built in, Strong all-round image quality, Many small improvements to an already great camera
- Few reasons for GH5 owners to upgrade
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II Review
Much of the GH5 II is the same or very similar, you get the same 20mp Micro Four Thirds sensor, with improved sensor-based 5-axis image stabilisation, combined with the lens' optical image stabilisation, which gives benefits for both stills photography and video recording.- IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilisation) Improved, Unlimited CINE 4K Video, High-speed video (up to 180fps), Live streaming support, Great image quality, Dual SD card slots, Large, high-resolution EVF, Weather-sealed body, 410-1200 shot battery life (energy saver)
- Quite large for a Micro Four Thirds camera, Others offer high-speed FullHD up to 240fps, Lack of true 6K video (sensor doesn't have the resolution needed to provide this), FullHD high-speed video is manual focus only
Panasonic Lumix GH5 Mark II review: Evolution, not revolution
It's probably safe to say that if you've got a GH5 already, there's not much reason to consider buying the second-generation model. Unless you could really do with those extra bitrates or wireless livestreaming, there's otherwise not a huge evolution here.- Compact and easy to use, USB-C charging is a useful addition, Wireless live-streaming capabilities a plus for some, Good price for the spec
- Not a huge upgrade on the first GH5, Touchscreen is smaller, Launching in the looming shadow of the incoming GH6
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II (Review Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II)
The beloved video-first mirrorless gets an update- Stabilized Micro Four Thirds sensor, Magnesium body with dust and splash protection, Dual UHS-II card slots, Broad library of autofocus lenses, Easily adapts manual focus glass, 10-bit 4K60 internal recording, Flat V-Log L profile included
- Video autofocus can drift at 24fps, Doesn't support Raw video recording
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II Mirrorless Camera with 12-60mm Lens - Brand New review
The GH5 II adds a fewer feature enhancements to one of the strongest stills/video cameras on the market. Autofocus is improved but is still a weak point for 24p video capture, taking the gloss of what's otherwise a superlative video camera.- 4K capture in a range of circumstances
- Run-and-gun shooting relying on autofocus
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II Mirrorless Camera with 12-60mm Lens - Brand New review
The Panasonic GH5 II is excellent for studio video work. It delivers good overall video quality in 4k and has fantastic internal recording capability, with the ability to record 10-bit 4:2:0 4k footage at up to 60 fps. It also offers a ton of different video recording formats and file sizes.- Good overall video quality., Remarkable internal recording capability., Wide array of inputs and outputs., Offers many recording formats for video.
- Autofocus is only decent., Video quality is a bit worse in low light.
Panasonic GH5 Mark II
The GH5M2 is capable of delivering a wide range of excellent video performance and supports untethered live streaming.
Panasonic GH5 II
The GH5 felt like a revolutionary product, but GH5 II is a more incremental update. Panasonic has left the bulk of the camera virtually untouched; only the addition of wireless live streaming feels like a significant upgrade.- Superb video quality and options, Excellent handling and build quality, Wireless live streaming, You want a compact, lightweight and relatively affordable mirrorless camera The GH5 II can capture seriously good-looking 4K video footage.
- A minor upgrade over the GH5, Not the strongest stills performer, You own the original GH5 and are expecting its replacement to represent a major upgrade While there are small performance and quality-of-life tweaks here and there, the core video and photo performance hasn’t changed much.