If you already own the original GH5, there are few reasons to swap it for the new Mark II. Image quality is virtually identical and the improvements are incremental rather than revolutionary. If live streaming is a game changer for you, there might be a case for upgrading – but otherwise it makes more sense to stick with the older model. It’s still a great camera and Panasonic has no plans to retire it just yet. For anyone else, though, this is a great mirrorless camera that can do it all. Sure, its stills performance is solid rather than transcendent and its AF system could be quicker. But with superb video performance, a compact design and excellent handling, the GH5 II is one of the best all-rounders out there. It’s also cheaper than the original model was at launch – and while it’s still fairly pricey, the Mark II is great value for money.
Huge range of video options; Solid build and good handling; Only mirrorless camera with live streaming;
Few reasons to upgrade from original GH5; AF system isn’t the most advanced;