Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5M2E

20.30 Mpx, Micro Four Thirds
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Product details

With the LUMIX GH5 II, Panasonic announces a further development of its mirrorless photo/video hybrid system camera. Thanks to targeted model upgrades, the GH5 II now allows unlimited 4K60p video recording
with 4:2:0 10-bit, 4:2:2 10-bit video output via HDMI and wireless live streaming. The latest Deep Learning technology provides even more reliable and precise autofocusing via improved real-time scene recognition. An anti-reflective coated 20-megapixel Digital Live MOS sensor combines with enhanced Venus Engine image processing to reduce light reflections and increase dynamic range. The improved touch-screen LCD monitor features higher brightness and richer colour reproduction.

Image quality - improved 20MP sensor with AR coating & improved processor
Image Stabilizer - Dual stabilization: 5-axis Body I.S. + O.I.S. in the lens (6.5 stops)
Professional video recording - 4K60p 4:2:0 10bit or 30p 4:2:2 10bit internal, FHD with max 180 fps,
unlimited recording
Wireless Live Streaming - Easy and wireless live streaming via smartphone or router
Rugged design - Magnesium body, cold/dust & splash proof, 2 SD slots, joystick, free
swivel LCD
Fast autofocus - 225 AF points, 12 fps continuous shooting, eye/face/body/animal detection

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
12 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
NFC, 
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Autofocus type
Contrast-based
Item number
15897166

General information

Manufacturer
Panasonic
Category
Cameras
Manufacturer no.
DC-GH5M2E
Release date
25.5.2021

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scene mode
Portrait
Scope of application
Professional use, 
Sports, 
Travel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH, 
EU
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
NFC, 
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
Automatic, 
Cloudy, 
Daylight, 
Flash, 
Glowing, 
Manual, 
Special setting, 
Sunny, 
umbra
Exposure type
Aperture priority AE, 
Aperture priority AE, 
Auto, 
Manual
Exposure compensation
± 5EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Self-timer delay
10 s, 
2 s

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
20.30 Mpx
Image resolution
5184 x 3888 pixels
Image sensor type
Live MOS sensor
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Image sensor size
17.3 x 13 mm
Supported page ratios
1:1, 
16:9
Min. ISO sensitivity
100
Max. ISO Sensitivity
25600

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
1800000 Pixels
Display functions
Fold-out, 
Tilt and swivel, 
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
3680000 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Autofocus type
Contrast-based
Autofocus areas
225 x

Performance

Shutter speed
60 - 1/8000 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/16000 s
Continuous shooting mode
12 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
4096 x 2160 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Max. refresh rate
60p
Max. frame rate
HD (60fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD, 
SDHC, 
SDXC
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG, 
RAW
Video file formats
AVCHD, 
mov, 
mp4

Durability

Durability
Cold resistant, 
Dustproof, 
Splashproof
Waterproof
Splash-proof

Connections

Connections
2.5mm for remote control, 
3.5mm headphones, 
3.5mm microphone, 
HDMI, 
USB, 
USB-C, 
XLR

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, 
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Battery charger, 
Body cap, 
Cable holder, 
Carrying strap, 
Eye cup, 
Hot shoe cover, 
Rechargeable battery, 
USB cable

Product dimensions

Width
13.80 mm
Length
9.80 mm
Height
8.70 mm
Weight
727 g

Package dimensions

Length
19 cm
Width
14.90 cm
Height
15.40 cm
Weight
1.42 kg

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.AGFAPHOTO
  • 6.Olympus
  • 8.Panasonic
  • 9.Goxtreme
  • 9.Kodak

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 5.Sony
  • 7.RICOH
  • 8.Panasonic
  • 9.Olympus
  • 9.OM System

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Nikon
  • 8.Olympus
  • 8.Panasonic
  • 10.AGFAPHOTO
  • 11.RICOH
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good91/100
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