Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II

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    Highlights

    • 20.33 MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
    • No Optical Low-pass Filter
    • 200 - 25,600 Native ISO
    • 225 Focus Points
    • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 1,840k dot Fully Articulated Screen
    • 3,680k dot Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder
    • 12.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 4992 x 3744 Video Shooting
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandPanasonic
    ModelLumix DC-GH5 II
    Predecessor ModelPanasonic Lumix DC-GH5
    MSRP$1699 (body only), $2299 (w/12-60mm lens)
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeMirrorless
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor SizeMicro Four Thirds
    Sensor Dimensions17.3 x 13 mm
    Total Pixels21.77 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels20.33 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range200 - 25,600
    Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,600
    Photo
    ProcessorVenus Engine
    Max Image Resolution5184 x 3888
    Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
    Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsFine, standard
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGB
    Timelapse Recording
    White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4
    WB Bracketing3 images in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis, color temperature setting
    Focus
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Touch
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Flexible, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-4 to +18 EV
    Number of Focus Points225
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Optics
    Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
    Crop Factor2x
    Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
    Image Stabilization Compensation6.5 stops
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Screen
    Screen TypeFully Articulated
    Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
    Touch Screen
    Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
    Screen Size3.0"
    Screen Resolution1,840k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)
    Viewfinder Coverage100%
    Viewfinder Magnification1.52x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.76x
    Viewfinder Resolution3,680k dot
    Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
    Display speed120fps / 60fps
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
    Min Shutter Speed60 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting12.0 fps
    Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 12 fps at 20.3 MP
    Up to 30 fps at 18 MP
    Up to 60 fps at 8 MP
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Flash ModesAuto
    Auto/Red-eye Reduction
    Forced On
    Forced On/Red-eye Reduction
    Slow Sync.
    Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction
    Forced Off
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec
    Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemTTL
    External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Highlight-weighted
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range0 to +18 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
    Exposure LockSet the Fn button in custom menu to AE lock
    DXO
    DxO Low Light ISO1136
    DxO Color Depth23.7
    DxO Dynamic Range13.1
    DxO Overall Score79
    Video
    Internal Recording ModesH.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
    4992 x 3774 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [200 Mbps]
    3328 x 2496 @ 50 fps [200 Mbps]
    DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 50 fps [200 Mbps]
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 50/59.94 fps [200 Mbps]
    H.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
    DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [150 to 400 Mbps]
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mbps]
    3328 x 2496 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mbps]
    H.264/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit
    3328 x 2496 @ 23.98/24/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mbps]
    DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [100 to 150 Mbps]
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 Mbps]
    H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mbps]
    H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps [100 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [20 to 28 Mbps]
    Interval Recording
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264, H.265
    Max Video Resolution4992 x 3744
    External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
    DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080 @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080i @ 25/59.94 fps
    4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
    4096 x 2160 @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080 @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080i @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    No crop on 4K Videos
    Webcam Functionality
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limitunlimited
    IP StreamingRTMP
    1280 x 720 to 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p (3.0 to 16.00 Mb/s)
    RTMPS
    1280 x 720 to 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p (3.0 to 8.0 Mb/s)
    Terminals
    Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
    Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
    Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
    1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input
    USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
    HDMI Output Full Size
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneStereo
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
    Built-In Bluetooth
    Bluetooth Version4.2 LE
    Mobile App Compatible *As of November, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
    Remote Control via cable release or smartphone
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Operating Temperature14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
    Operating Humidity10 to 80%
    Physical
    Dimensions139 x 98 x 87 mm (5.47 x 3.86 x 3.43")
    Weight (inc. batteries)727 g (1.60 lb / 25.64 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.5 x 6.1 x 5.7"
    Package Weight2.795 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackDMW-BLK22
    Battery Life400 shots
    USB Charging
    Internal Storage
    External StorageDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) [V90 or Faster Recommended]
    Other
    Self Timer 2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images
    Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
    Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
    Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
    Electronic Level Gauge
    Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor shift type


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