Panasonic Lumix GH5S DC-GH5S Black 2018
A 10.28MP multi-aspect ratio sensor and Venus Engine combine to deliver DCI 4K60p internal 4:2:2 10-bit video, with dual native ISO reaching ISO 204800 for low-light capture. Reduced rolling shutter distortion and a full-size HDMI output suit external recording, while the 3.68m-dot OLED viewfinder and 3.2-inch articulating touchscreen provide clear monitoring. It’s ideal for videographers and live streamers who prioritize 4K60p footage and low-noise performance in a compact, no-stabilization body designed for gimbals and rigs.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong connectivity (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong evf (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong display (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong video (84th percentile) 84th
Cons
- Below average sensor (4th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (33th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 14 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 10.28 MP |
| ISO Range | 160 |
| Processor | Venus Engine |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 225 |
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 225 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 12 |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 1080p FPS | 240 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| RAW Video | Yes |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 3.69 M dots |
Build
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Weight | 0.7 kg / 1.5 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | HDMI Type A |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix GH5S DC-GH5S | Sony a7 a7 V | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Nikon Z5 II Z5 II | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 10.3MP micro-four-thirds | 33MP full-frame | 32.5MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 24.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 225 | 759 | 1053 | 425 | 273 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 12 | 30 | 40 | 20 | 30 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 660 | 610 | 609 | 579 | 620 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix GH5S DC-GH5S | 78.1 | 93.3 | 71.6 | 71.7 | 83.6 | 4.4 | 44.9 | 83.7 | 76.8 | 33 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.7 | 88.6 | 94.8 | 90.6 | 89.5 | 59.8 | 96.6 | 99.4 | 96.8 | 96.1 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.5 | 87.8 | 94.7 | 92.8 | 89.5 | 58.6 | 96.5 | 98.9 | 89.6 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 88.1 | 95.6 | 89.4 | 85.1 | 95.4 | 97.4 | 96.9 | 83.7 | 92.4 | 93.6 |
| Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Compare | 82.6 | 89.4 | 95.4 | 88.2 | 84.7 | 53.7 | 90.7 | 83.7 | 99.2 | 84.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.5 | 90.2 | 88.9 | 99.8 | 84.6 | 41.2 | 94.3 | 83.7 | 76.1 | 99.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
B&H Photo 1 offers From CA$1,014
Amazon.ca 1 offers From CA$2,400
Price History
Usage Scores
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