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Panasonic Lumix GH5 II — Micro Four Thirds · 2021
Panasonic

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

Micro Four Thirds · 2021

82
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Sony A6600 — APS-C · 2019
Sony

Sony A6600

APS-C · 2019

82
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II lands at 82 and Sony A6600 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Panasonic Lumix GH5 II if…

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

Pick Sony A6600 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

Sony A6600

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sony A6600 more score per dollar ($1,399 vs $1,699).

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II 82
vs
82 Sony A6600

Score breakdown

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II
82
photo 82
video 74
autofocus 78
ergonomics 86
Sony A6600
82
photo 82
video 74
autofocus 78
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II versus Sony A6600 — full spec comparison
Spec Panasonic Lumix GH5 II Sony A6600
Format
Micro Four Thirds
APS-C
Release year
2021
2019

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

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

Sony A6600

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 vs Sony A6600

Which is better, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony A6600? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Panasonic Lumix GH5 II worth the price? +

At $1,699, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Sony A6600 worth the price? +

At $1,399, Sony A6600 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony A6600 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, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony A6600? +

Sony A6600 — more score per dollar ($1,399 vs $1,699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.