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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 FX3 wins by 8
Sony FX3 — full-frame · 2021
Sony

Sony FX3

full-frame · 2021

90
/ 100
From $3,898
Specdex verdict

Sony FX3 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II lands at 82 and Sony FX3 at 90. That puts Sony FX3 ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Panasonic Lumix GH5 II if…

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

Pick Sony FX3 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

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

Photo

Sony FX3

Compared on the photo sub-score

Sony FX3 leads on photo (90 vs 82).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

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

Autofocus

Sony FX3

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Sony FX3 leads on autofocus (88 vs 78).

Value for money

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II more score per dollar ($1,699 vs $3,898).

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II 82
vs
90 Sony FX3

Score breakdown

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II
82
photo 82
video 74
autofocus 78
ergonomics 86
Sony FX3
90
photo 90
video 86
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II versus Sony FX3 — full spec comparison
Spec Panasonic Lumix GH5 II Sony FX3
Format
Micro Four Thirds
full-frame
Release year
2021
2021

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 FX3

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Panasonic Lumix GH5 II vs Sony FX3

Which is better, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. 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 FX3 worth the price? +

At $3,898, Sony FX3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.

Does Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony FX3 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 better for photo, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 — leads on photo (90 vs 82). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 — leads on autofocus (88 vs 78). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.