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Canon 5D Mark III — full-frame DSLR · 2012
Canon

Canon 5D Mark III

full-frame DSLR · 2012

78
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Panasonic Lumix GH5 — Micro Four Thirds · 2017
Panasonic

Panasonic Lumix GH5

Micro Four Thirds · 2017

78
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon 5D Mark III lands at 78 and Panasonic Lumix GH5 at 78. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Canon 5D Mark III if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Panasonic Lumix GH5 if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Photo

Tie

Compared on the photo sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Panasonic Lumix GH5

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Panasonic Lumix GH5 more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $3,499).

Canon 5D Mark III 78
vs
78 Panasonic Lumix GH5

Score breakdown

Canon 5D Mark III
78
photo 78
video 70
autofocus 74
ergonomics 86
Panasonic Lumix GH5
78
photo 78
video 70
autofocus 74
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon 5D Mark III versus Panasonic Lumix GH5 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon 5D Mark III Panasonic Lumix GH5
Format
full-frame DSLR
Micro Four Thirds
Release year
2012
2017

Canon 5D Mark III

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Panasonic Lumix GH5

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

FAQ: Canon 5D Mark III vs Panasonic Lumix GH5

Which is better, Canon 5D Mark III or Panasonic Lumix GH5? +

Both score 78 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon 5D Mark III worth the price? +

At $3,499, Canon 5D Mark III delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Panasonic Lumix GH5 worth the price? +

At $1,999, Panasonic Lumix GH5 delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Canon 5D Mark III or Panasonic Lumix GH5 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Canon 5D Mark III or Panasonic Lumix GH5? +

Panasonic Lumix GH5 — more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $3,499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.