Panasonic
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only
Micro Four Thirds · 2021
82
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Panasonic
Panasonic Lumix S5
full-frame · 2020
82
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only lands at 82 and Panasonic Lumix S5 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only if…
- ✓Mature system, great used market
- ✓Proven lens lineup
- ✓Often on sale
Pick Panasonic Lumix S5 if…
- ✓Mature system, great used market
- ✓Proven lens lineup
- ✓Often on sale
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only 82
vs 82 Panasonic Lumix S5
Score breakdown
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only
82 photo 82
video 74
autofocus 78
ergonomics 86
Panasonic Lumix S5
82 photo 82
video 74
autofocus 78
ergonomics 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only | Panasonic Lumix S5 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Micro Four Thirds | full-frame |
| Release year | 2021 | 2020 |
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only
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 S5
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: Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only vs Panasonic Lumix S5
Which is better, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only or Panasonic Lumix S5? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only worth the price? +
At $1,699, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ergonomics.
Is Panasonic Lumix S5 worth the price? +
At $1,999, Panasonic Lumix S5 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ergonomics.
Does Panasonic Lumix GH5 II · Body only or Panasonic Lumix S5 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.