Panasonic GH5 II Review

The Panasonic GH5 II is an evolutionary update to the GH5. We tell you what's new. Also, what about the upcoming Panasonic GH6?
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[@KarlRock]

This was a fantastic review. You explained the upgrades better than Panasonic did 😂 I could see the autofocus losing you at 7:35. Come on Panasonic 😐 Thanks you.

[@ConsumerCosmos]

Which camera are you using now karl?

[@Mr.Popo23]

It's bonkers that they are still using contrast based autofocus system in 2021. Come on Panasonic, learn a thing or two from Sony when it comes to precise autofocusing algorithm.

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

@@Mr.Popo23 Sony sucks, that's the only they can Bragg about is their auto focus, other than that, Sony sucks!!

[@agenericaccount3935]

@@thewalkingvloggingman7152 ok

[@MomentphotographyCoUk]

95% of the kit you talk about I never have the intention of buying, but your videos are such a great mix of comedy, variety and solid information that I can’t help but watch them! One of the best channels on KZbin for me. You are a really great duo!

[@ltlbuddha]

Jordan does, as always, a great job of running through a camera's features and performance. But the performance that sticks in my head is Chris' interpretive focus dance. It was very, erm, memorable.

[@niccollsvideo]

Yaaassss!

[@TetraTimboman]

My brain "Whoa he nailed those moves the same way 2x in a row!?!? - oh wait no they just shot both cams at the same time"

[@alexanderhartmann7950]

Criterion Collection shirt. Classic.

[@StupidRaisins]

Thanks for the review Jordan! Looks like there are lots of new features to try out!

[@Ildskalli]

This was very informative! Most other reviewers basically trashed the GH5II, saying "it's got nothing new, it sucks, blah blah" but in reality it seems like a very solid update.

[@wgfinley]

I was finally getting ready to relegate my GH3 to backup status and was shopping GH5s. This just instantly made my mind up!

[@gyorgypisch7174]

The internet likes to shit on pana but the footage looks great. Good upgrade imho.

[@BrendanEvan]

This thing is a powerful tool. Mobile streaming from your phone is just next level stuff

[@DennisMeetsWorld]

I purchased a GH5 II last week and it is awesome (coming from a Sony A6400 owner).

[@ganeshkameswaran7123]

As always, yet another great review

[@desmtb]

Best camera reviewers on KZbin bar none.

[@niltons.spagnuolo]

Hi Jordan and Chris, I'm a fan of the channel. I'll give you a suggestion: when publishing the video on KZbin, add a caption to facilitate understanding for those who live in other countries. Greetings from Brazil.

[@datalaforge]

I am not disappointed in this update. Sharper brighter screen, better audio, 4k 60p @ 10 bit so you could shoot an event all day in V-Log which is included, backwards compatible battery option, live streaming, improved menus, power delivery, better ibis, improved profiles, honestly, it’s a lot.

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

The improved auto focus is worth the purchase alone. The Red recording Bar around the Monitor is awesome. And that Anamorphic 6k Mode is just sick, wow!

[@carjac820]

A lot of stuff for a cheaper price than the GH5 on launch.

[@alalalalalalalalal70]

Amazing camera. Quick question, can u digitaly zoom in for focus checking when recording?

[@markmeszaros76]

Loving the dance moves Chris! :D

[@BrandonNedwek]

That focus test dancing was so majestic

[@JamesBenet]

Well done! I'll wait for the GH6 to see if my GH5 will be replaced. Hopefully the new camera will do 240fps in 1080p without quality loss!

[@jefgibbons]

Great vid guys! My biggest hope for the MK2 (or GH6) was for the ability to punch in to manually focus while recording... I haven't heard mention of it, but can you confirm if it's possible? Drives me crazy when trying to focus during a shot without an external monitor!

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Yes it's really bad that Panasonic can't find a solution for this problem...

[@Goomer]

Finally someone uses the camera for the review thanks.

[@CheapCharlieChronicles]

The Legend GH5 just got better.

[@sandros94]

Yes, but actually no. You have to buy the GH5 mk2 to have all this new features, even just the UI ones...

[@veganpotterthevegan]

They improved the GH5 when they need a GH6...

[@NeXMaX]

@@veganpotterthevegan Which has been announced at the same time

[@veganpotterthevegan]

@@NeXMaX 🤦 they're selling one, and they announced the other is coming. Very different things. It's not like Nikon announcing and releasing the Z6ii and Z7ii at the same time

[@veganpotterthevegan]

@@NeXMaX also, everyone knew they were working on a GH6, they didn't need to announce that

[@AlexandrePRODHOMME]

Basically if you do a LOT of video, shortfilms (with manual focus) and love to take your camera on holiday for photos or videos (with a small footprint) that's perfect. It's a refreshed GH5 for those about to purchase one.

[@poidem_domoi]

thanks for video guys! good review

[@nigazhex3376]

That footage looks kickass

[@iSpike]

B R I L L I A N T - Thank You both for an excelent review of my new camera the GH5M2. Looking forward to having some fun producing short fillm videos. Cheers from Western Australia

[@RonMantay]

Thanks for publishing so many excellent camera reviews! I hope you might consider publishing a video that compares the Lumix G9 to the Lumix GH5m2, especially in terms of image quality and continuous AF (video and photos). This would be helpful for people using the Lumix G85 or Lumix G9 who are contemplating an upgrade within the Lumix micro-four-thirds family.

[@iamhiphopmagTV]

Which one do you prefer?

[@RonMantay]

@@iamhiphopmagTV Lumix G9

[@AudioJanitor]

Bought a G9 first, then GH5s. BOTH are fantastic. You all keep sleeping on the G9, I'll buy another for cheap.

[@dannyfigs]

I’ve been noticing the G9 is the ultimate sleeper camera.

[@nnn-pr3vr]

@@dannyfigs I'd love a g9 but as a total amateur i can't justify the upgrade over my g85, i feel like more experienced photo/videographers would just get a gh5

[@notanotherutubeuser]

i have been advised to use this camera mounted to my windshield for in car video recording shots through the front windshield do you think it would work , you think the stabilisation would be good enough for that? thanks for any advice

[@b3naqua]

The focus hunting 😭😭😭 cries into my Sony

[@5jmac270]

I noticed at 4:20 a slight hum in your audio. I've had the same issue with my Rode Wireless Go ii, still trying to find solutions to avoid it.

[@Unaidedfoot]

I record all my daughters soccer games with a Fuji xt2 but the video recording limit is a pain ( I own the grip with batteries also) along with just wondering if I should get a more modern video/stills camera. Any thoughts appreciated. Thank you.🇨🇦

[@artistjoh]

Sweet upgrade. I am intending to but a GH5S this year and I hope there will be a Mark II version of the S before too long.

[@woutschelstraete3393]

Can you check if the GH5 Mark2 is able to output HDMI and USCB while showing the image on the LCD screen? For example with the RS2 and a Ninja V or the Raveneye. Now I'm using the GH5 and as soon as I plug in the HDMI and the usbc the LCD Screen turns black. Would love to hear from you

[@sandeepmates]

Thank you so much for true information ,I own gh4 and gh5 , the right advise to wait for gh6 . very informative. Specialy autofocus problems we face sometimes.Thanks

[@2kime]

I use a gh5 with a PL 14-140mm (lightning fast AFmotor) in daytime and a Sigma 16mm 1.4 in lowlight. So, I record in FHD, 50fps, one area, metering in the box, speed +2, sensitivity -2, contrasty profile. Pulling focus between near (1m) and far (100m) up and down I notice NO transitions whatsoever. Nothing organic/snappy, just in focus! In lowlight I really need to take notice of light and contrast or I am at risk that the AF loses it. I also noticed that I have fair range of in focus when in MF, starting with infinity. I can switch to AFC if something gets to close. If the AF goes AWOL, I have FCP 😊. As for the mk2/gh6 the detection has improved, the basic AF just a notch. I don’t need to upgrade because I am more then happy with my gh5 . I don’t think Pana promised us a one size fits all camera, so get to know your gear 😛 Final question; is there anyone out there who bought a Sony for its IBIS? 😉

[@JabaarVLOGS]

Hi, Is worth to upgrade to GH5 2 or wait for GH6?

[@artmaltman]

Hey guys. Would you please do a test to see whether the A7R3a has updated color science or autofocus as compared to the A7R3? Some might have the same question regarding the A7R4 and 4a, but the A7R3a is a much older model that would benefit more from the update. Thank you.

[@mattiaantonelliofficial]

Very very useful, thank you very much!

[@jeremypope-levison721]

Would this be a good option for wedding videographers? Generally will it stay locked on the couple if I use the autofocus?

[@AleksSlota]

"two zebras" "mating pair" you can hear Jordan trying not to laugh as he delivers this dad joke.

[@BackusCreativeImaging]

Lol at 11:08. Part of me thinks the anti reflective coating on the sensor is a nod to the Speedbooster + Sigma combo. I love that! I personally use the 10-25mm f/1.7. I'll upgrade to the GH5 II. GH6 is a bit too much camera for my needs. I am also getting the 25-50mm f/1.7 :)

[@kristapple]

3 minutes in and Chris doing his best Geraldundone impression modelling for the profiles 😂

[@no-trick-pony]

08:00 - 08:15 There is a constant flickering in brightness in the leafs at the top of the whole frame, also at 09:15. Any ideas what that might be?

[@Holtenstein]

I've always adapted to M43 so I've never had AF nor do the lenses I have. So AF will never be a selling point to me. The IBIS is what was always so good on these cameras

[@RADIOTHEARTIST]

Jordan rocking the criterion logo on his shirt. For those in the know.

[@ericchau1058]

is the low light close to the gh5s at all? cause if it's using the gh5 sensor i'm not optimistic

[@asafblasbergvideographer]

Does this camera have an AC adaptor to attach to a wall port? Thanks

[@patrickchase5614]

Sony's sensors were already almost as quiet as they are today (in the image-noise sense) by the time the one in the GH5 was released, so I'm not surprised that you don't see much difference against newer cameras. It simply isn't possible to do much better than that within the limits of an m43 sensor. I think that also explains why we see the GH6 coming in at 5.7K. While it would be physically straightforward to engineer a higher-resolution m43 sensor, there just aren't enough photons to make it worthwhile. I think that the same reasoning applies to their decision to reserve the higher-dynamic-range VLogL version for the GH5s and BGH1 with their larger sensors. In order to extend the highlight DR beyond 81 IRE as they did in those cameras they'd have to decrease the gain, and that would increase shadow noise. Also, adding more pixels to the sensor would make both it and the processor hotter and more power-hungry.

[@danieldougan269]

This is a bigger update than I was expecting, honestly. If I owned a GH5, I wouldn't buy the GH5 II. But starting out, the GH5 II has a lot of neat upgrades that might be worth considering. Hopefully, it does cause the prices on the GH5 and the G9 to drop on the used market.

[@denialvanish]

Fellow Albertans, you left one important thing out: Can the GH5II output in "6k" anamorphic mode to an external monitor when recording? In other words, is the HDMI-out now v2.1? On my GH5 I've had to resort to using an iPhone or iPad with Adam Wilt's FieldMonitor to be able to see what I'm shooting externally, not to mentioned de-squeezed. (The GH5's LCD will only de-squeeze 2x. Anything below that has to be set to "off", meaning a squeezed image on the LCD). Just to recap, the GH5 in open gate mode (6k) cannot output to an external monitor over HDMI. Have they fixed this with the GH5II? Cheers!

[@alexandreverreault9902]

Can you put USB-C to AC for power and Battery inside while recording, then pull out the USB-C and continue shooting with the Battery inside the cam without a drop or cut?

[@FourKnown]

Does the screen still dim down when shooting video? I hate that. At least have a setting to turn that off...

[@1fareast14]

Really hope to see built in nd in the gh 6. Every camera gets outdated really fast, and very few competitors will add that feature in generalist photo cameras

[@mtbboy1993]

how much shaking can a camera like this take? I ma a mountainbiker, and need a camera suitable for trail/nature photography Would it be fine to have it in a backpack while riding? I am looking for a camera most suitable to have with me at all times in my backpack.

[@adriang.4628]

Are lumix cameras the best for video?

[@askroller]

AF looks pretty usable. Skintones - great

[@runfargetlost991]

What type of lense should i use for photography? I am so confused

[@TheFilmmakersWorkshop]

Great job Jordan and Chris. I'm filling up my piggy bank now to buy me a monster!

[@NoSuRReNDeR001]

the look on Jordan's face in the thumbnail is classic.

[@JoseSpenaN]

Coming for a GH4 this GH5M2 look a great upgrade! but saving for a GH6 I think is better jump to a BMPCC6KPro ate pretty much same price. Not blogger here! content creator. Any opinion?

[@roaming_domi7717]

So, does the low light improved?

[@user-uk5tq8uq6b]

Можно ли в режиме ручного фокуса, увеличить изображение на дисплее, что бы проверить точность фокуса? Именно во время записи, как у камер Sony? Panasonic имеет помощь при ручной фокусировке, но как только мы нажимаем кнопку Rec, функция становится недоступной. Как сейчас с помощью при мануальном фокусе? В новой модели появилась возможность уточнить фокус во время записи посредством увеличения изображения на дисплее или касаясь экрана пальцами или назначаемой кнопкой? В инструкции, что я скачал, нет точного толкования. Только у практика можно узнать. Спасибо.

[@TheFraziers]

I still don't understand the implementation of the 20mp sensor on this camera. Almost nobody is going to be interested in this camera for stills so why not go with the lower res sensor from the GH5s and BGH1 and get the better dynamic range and sensor readout for video.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

Maybe they will bring one GH6S in the future. I would love to see a bsi, stacked, dual iso with 12mp.

[@kowabundant]

GH6 is out now and we just bought a GH5II because there are some amazing deals on that camera and it is basically insurance that it will be updated more in the future. We feel that we will purchase a GH6 when the used market becomes more saturated in 1 year or so when many will sell it because they found the GH6 too complicated and it just sat in their closets for 1 year. By then, we suspect prices will come down substantially to where it will be an exceptional value, not to say it isn't now but saving $1000 in business is well worth it on the balance sheet.

[@kojichua1940]

Which Powerbanks allow for charging while in use?

[@zackbanditofficial]

Hey guys thank for the reviews...im dancing between the gh6 which is out of my budget and overkill for my projects but screw it... its nice to have... and the the gh5 ii which covers all my needs or so i think. The major reason i am hesitatnt about the gh5 ii is whether or not it over heats... i record 4 - 6 hours at a time without stopping and i am more confident that the gh6 will hold up but not so sure about the gh5... will it overheat at 4- 6 hours in 4k 30fps?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

The GH5M2 never overheats. You can run it all day and it'll be fine.

[@FoodTechLife]

Nice video guys.

[@WhiteWulfe]

I'm kind of curious now as to whether to go with the G9... Or a GH5 II. Don't get me wrong, I do like my G85, but it just doesn't cut it for longer exposures, as it doesn't take long to go from hot pixels to "bowl of skittles".

[@iamhiphopmagTV]

Same here let me know what you picked

[@ProdFuegoFilms]

I love your criterion tee ❤️👌

[@onnie1968]

Thank you great vlog :) Im still rocking the G9, I'm so excited for the release of the GH6.

[@orange42]

Does GH5ii have punch in focus assist while recording?

[@ExploringWorldYouTube]

Hi, congratulations on your interesting video. I am an unfortunate owner of GH5. I would like improved continuous autofocus. Looking at the clips I cannot understand how much the GH II has improved the AF. Can you tell me if I replace the GH5 with the GH5 II can I really get an improvement in the continuous AF? How much has this newer GH5 improved? Thanks for your advice.

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

A lot, and shoot in the higher frame rates because the Auto Focus is really good at 30fps and 60fps

[@paulsebring5326]

At 10:20 what is that "MM + 1 2/3" to the right of the aperture?

[@realpokski]

I assume Manual Metering, and it's measuring that it is 1 2/3 stops overexposed compared to what auto metering would give.

[@paulsebring5326]

@@realpokski ah thank you!

[@gopolarisstudio]

I reeeaaaally want to see latency tested on common external monitors like the Feelworlds. I need to know if Panasonic fixed this, and if they did I am buying one now.

[@innonation]

The most interesting information in this video is that Chris got dat dance moves

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Ahahahah

[@Excilem]

I am thinking about getting the gh5 II or the gh5s but for Video the specs seem really similar except that the gh5s has raw output through hdmi and better lowlight performance (the gh5s has no I.S. but i would use a gimbal for handheld). So whats really the difference between the gh5 II and the Gh5s?

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

Just low light performance, that's all.

[@NowyKurs]

What about low light sensitive? Any better than GH5?

[@perfect_pictures2173]

Hii guys Pls help me to choose a primary camera for weddings videos Panasonic GH5 ii OR Sony alpha 7 M iii

[@KathyXie]

Can toy get it as video source wirelessly on obs?

[@Tamtomasz]

How about HDMI output lag in GH5 II ?

[@mikerupertus2326]

Thank you, good info. The video quality of this video is looking pretty darn good to me, nice example of what that camera can do, wondering if you did much to it, or just straight out of camera? That letter "C" on your shirt - is that from the Commodore 64 days? ha ha... I'm an Atari guy so you are the enemy...LOL

[@boubnadproduction2902]

Honnestly wich is better for short movie and documentary gh5s or gh5 ii ?!!!

[@krishartsphotography5643]

Awesome & Thanks :)

[@TheWineroute]

Good replacement for my GH4 cam. now my kit is gh5 and gh5m2

[@tuber2kh]

AF misses when he says "how much better is the AF" and again when he says "it's not something I'd rely on 100% of the time". Yeah, we see that, lol

[@VZAAGE]

Everyone: Is the autofocus fixed? Answer: 8:12

[@rigamix]

And 8:55...

[@evilgeniusentertainment]

You forgot air quotes around "autofocus".

[@LucaBono.Studio]

They probably didn't confirm the Autofocus tracking...

[@evilgeniusentertainment]

Luca - you can't confirm what doesn't exist. There's a very good chance an Oly EM1 MII has better AF then either the GH5II or GH6. Why in the world a company would produce a camera aimed at smaller production companies would continue to no use phase detect is as weird as it gets.

[@ricr.4669]

@@chrisklugh I disagree completely along with other amateur and professionals. Sony and Canon, even Nikon and Fuji, Oly are Kings and Queens of Auto Focus. We run and gun we know.

[@DanniPortillo]

What a legacy has Panasonic with this Lumix G series. Incredible the GH5 just got better

[@DjVuyoUmlungu]

Does it have only 11.5 stops of Dynamic Range??

[@LucaBono.Studio]

10:11 CLICK the JOYSTICK Chris!!!! lol

[@takanashisouta3306]

The Cinelike D2 looks amazing!

[@SuperSuperka]

it is not!

[@takanashisouta3306]

@@SuperSuperka it’s not the only option. You can choose the one you prefer.

[@CoryDAnimates]

So a tock update for the gh5 series. Got it.

[@saulsigalov]

Damn Jordan you're looking fit!

[@sandros94]

Don't hope for a raw output for the gh5 mk2. They made a whole new camera for couple of more features and other just UI related. They have to differentiate someway with the gh6

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Maybe they will do it in two years with a fw upgrade...like always

[@roballix8530]

3:47 nope, the GH5S cannot shoot in 4k 60p 10 bit internally, it's the same as the GH5 in that regard.

[@cameronvanhooft]

I JUST bought a GH5 for $1.5K (AUD).. While I'm annoyed, the GH5 II is $2.5K in my country. Another $1K for these changes? I don't find it an as good deal.

[@GwynbleiddX1]

Honestly its a good 'new' camera for the people getting into the video scene. Current gh5 users should definitely wait for gh6 though.

[@cinematicfilmsstudio8675]

Hello, where is „extrenal teleconverter” function ? In GH5 it was possibility to use ex teleconverter in movies…..why GH5m2 dosent have ?

[@professionalpotato4764]

The GH5s actually looks more appealing now than the GH5ii, with ProRes Raw.

[@timm1589]

it really depends whether you can actually process the proresraw. if youre willing to go through processing the raw footage and have the hardware to do it go ahead with the gh5s. however if you dont really bother and do not see any returns from shooting raw, the vlog profile will be more than enough for most people. i would say this caters to the bunch of people who do not care about raw. this is already a very nice upgrade from the gh5 imo.

[@professionalpotato4764]

@@timm1589 That's true. Personally I'm more than happy with 10 bit log footage (using XT4 though). Raw is a nice step-up for when I'm at a higher level I guess. I do want to try it out for some personal projects, but for work it's not something I need just yet.

[@adnan_velic]

@@professionalpotato4764 same man! I have an xt4 and an atomos v fuji just needs to enable the prores raw like what the heck man!

[@professionalpotato4764]

@@adnan_velic Totally agree. It's strange the GFX can do prores, but XT4 can't. Like how many gfx owners are there, 5?

[@atlas5459]

@@professionalpotato4764 idk but I sure as heck would love to be the 6th

[@DennisDinges]

I find the quality of the recording not so good. More like upscaled 4k. Is it me or youtube quality?

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Probably because they were out of focus many times...

[@bernhardtsen74]

If I actually had money enough for the 5mk ii, I would hold out for the GH6 for sure!

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

But you don't have the money, so the GH5 II is your camera.