Panasonic

LUMIX GH5S

Name: Panasonic LUMIX GH5S
Brand: Panasonic

$2,497~

MSRP (prices vary)

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Released: January 25, 2018

Micro Four Thirds

Sensor

10.2MP

Resolution

Max Video

−

IBIS

12fps

Burst

225

AF Points

Who the Panasonic LUMIX GH5S is for

The Panasonic LUMIX GH5S is a 10.2MP Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, a strong all-rounder that leans toward action.

A video-specialised Micro Four Thirds camera with a 10MP dual-native-ISO sensor for low light.
Cinema 4K/60p, V-Log L and pro audio support for demanding filmmakers.
Prioritises video and low light over resolution, and omits in-body stabilization.

Best for

Action, sports and wildlife — 12fps burst with subject-detection AF.
Video and filmmaking — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and Log.
Vlogging and handheld video — flip-out screen and a mic input.
Paid/professional work — dual card slots and a sealed body for reliability.

Keep in mind

No in-body stabilisation — you'll lean on stabilised lenses for slow handheld shots.

How the Panasonic LUMIX GH5S compares to other Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds cameras

Every figure below is measured against the 29 Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds cameras in the catalogue, so you can see where this camera actually sits rather than reading its spec sheet in isolation.

Spec	This camera	Where it lands
Weight	660g (1.46 lb)	6th heaviest of 29
Price (MSRP)	$2,497	2nd most expensive of 29
Resolution	10.2MP	the lowest of 29
4K frame rate	60p	joint 4th fastest of 25

What Micro Four Thirds means in practice

A Micro Four Thirds sensor at 10.2MP doubles the effective focal length of any lens mounted on it, so telephoto reach comes cheaply in both size and money and wide-angle coverage costs more of both. It is the smallest of the three formats here, and the systems built around it are correspondingly compact.

Video and weather sealing

4K runs to 60p, giving headroom for smooth motion or a modest slow-motion cut. 10-bit recording internally means colour survives grading rather than banding when pushed. A log profile is available, which trades a flat-looking file for latitude in post.

The body is weather-sealed.

Full Specifications

Imaging

Sensor Type	Digital Live MOS
Sensor Size	Micro Four Thirds
Image Processor	Venus Engine
Effective Resolution	10.2 MP
Lens Mount	Micro Four Thirds

Exposure Control

ISO Range (Native)	160 – 51200
ISO Range (Extended)	80 – 204800
Mechanical Shutter	1/8000
Electronic Shutter	1/16000
Flash Sync Speed	1/250
Built-in Flash	No

Still Image Capture

Continuous Shooting	12 fps

Video Capture

Max Resolution	4K
8K Recording	−
4K Recording	Up to 60p
1080p Recording	Up to 240p
10-bit Internal	Yes
Recording Limit	No limit
Log Profiles	V-Log L / HLG
Built-in Mic	Stereo
Headphone Jack	Yes
Mic Input	Yes
HDMI Output	Full-size (Type A)

Focus

Phase Detect Points	225
Contrast Detect Points	−
Low Light AF	-5 EV
Eye AF	Yes
Animal AF	Yes
Vehicle AF	No

Viewfinder

EVF Type	OLED
EVF Resolution	3.68M dots
EVF Magnification	0.76x

Monitor

LCD Size	3.2"
LCD Resolution	1.62M dots
LCD Type	Vari-Angle
Touch Screen	Yes

Interface

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth	v4.2
USB	USB-C 3.1
Memory Card Slots	2x SD UHS-II
GPS	No

General

Price (MSRP)	$2,497
Body Material	Magnesium Alloy
Dimensions	138.5×98.1×87.4 mm
Weight	660g (1.46 lb)
Weather Sealed	Yes
In-Body Stabilization	No
Battery Life (EVF)	300 shots
Battery Life (LCD)	350 shots
Battery Type	DMW-BLF19