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Pros Pros
  • Improved battery life and USB-C power delivery
  • Integrated wireless live streaming functionality
  • Versatile, high-quality video capabilities including 10-bit 4K recording and pre-installed V-Log L
  • Effective 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization
  • Durable, ergonomic, and weather-sealed build
Cons Cons
  • Inconsistent contrast-based autofocus system
  • Minimal generational improvements for existing GH5 owners
  • Limited low-light performance and dynamic range compared to full-frame competitors
  • Operational quirks including smaller screen size and complex menu navigation
  • Lack of advanced features like RAW video output

Announcement date Announcement date May 25, 2021
Launch price Launch price $1,699
Sensor Sensor 20.33MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS
Video Video 5.9K 29.97p · UHD 59.94p
Stabilization Stabilization In-body IS
Burst Burst 12 fps electronic · 12 fps mechanical

Announcement date Announcement date May 25, 2021
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $1,699
Medium Medium Digital
Lens mount Lens mount Micro Four Thirds
Body type Body type Mirrorless

Effective resolution Effective resolution 20.33MP
Sensor format Sensor format Micro Four Thirds
Sensor technology Sensor technology CMOS
Sensor dimensions Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13 mm
Native ISO range Native ISO range 200-25,600
Expanded ISO range Expanded ISO range 100-25,600
Aspect ratio options Aspect ratio options 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9

Burst speed (mechanical) Burst speed (mechanical) 12fps
Burst speed (electronic) Burst speed (electronic) 12fps
RAW formats RAW formats 14-bit RAW
Other still formats Other still formats JPEG, RAW
Color spaces Color spaces sRGB, AdobeRGB
Still bit depth Still bit depth 14-bit

AF architecture AF architecture Contrast detect
AF points AF points 225
Autofocus modes Autofocus modes Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Flexible, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
AF coverage AF coverage 225
AF low-light sensitivity AF low-light sensitivity -4EV

Shutter types Shutter types Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter speed range Shutter speed range 1/8000s to 60s, Bulb
Flash sync speed Flash sync speed 1/250s
Maximum electronic shutter speed Maximum electronic shutter speed 1/16000s
Exposure compensation Exposure compensation -5 to +5 EV in 1/3 steps
Metering modes Metering modes Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot

EVF resolution EVF resolution 3.68M dots
EVF magnification EVF magnification 0.76x
Rear LCD size Rear LCD size 3-inch
Rear LCD resolution Rear LCD resolution 1.84M dots

Internal Recording Internal Recording H.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
4992 x 3774 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (200 Mb/s)
3328 x 2496 at 50 fps (200 Mb/s)
4096 x 2160 at 50 fps (200 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 50/59.94 fps (200 Mb/s)

H.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (150 to 400 Mb/s)
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (150 to 400 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (150 to 400 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 200 Mb/s)

H.264/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (100 to 150 Mb/s)
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 150 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 150 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 Mb/s)

H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (100 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (28 to 100 Mb/s)

H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (72 to 100 Mb/s)
External Recording External Recording 4:2:2 8/10-Bit via HDMI
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Max video resolution Max video resolution 5.9K
Max frame rate at max resolution Max frame rate at max resolution 29.97p
Max frame rate at UHD Max frame rate at UHD 59.94p
Codecs Codecs H.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit, H.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit, H.264/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit, H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit, H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit
Max frame rate at DCI 4K Max frame rate at DCI 4K 59.94p
Bit depth and chroma Bit depth and chroma 10-bit 4:2:2 internal
Recording limit Recording limit No
Audio recording Audio recording 24-bit 48 kHz LPCM
Anamorphic desqueeze ratios Anamorphic desqueeze ratios 2.0x, 1.8x, 1.5x, 1.33x, 1.30x

Card slots Card slots 2
Card types Card types 2x SD UHS-II
Internal storage Internal storage No

In-body stabilization (IBIS) In-body stabilization (IBIS) Yes

USB USB USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11ac, 2.4 and 5 GHz
Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.2
3.5mm mic input 3.5mm mic input Yes
3.5mm headphone output 3.5mm headphone output Yes
Flash sync terminal Flash sync terminal Yes
Hot shoe Hot shoe Hot shoe

Battery Battery DMW-BLK22
CIPA battery life (LCD) CIPA battery life (LCD) 400 shots
USB charging USB charging Yes
USB power delivery USB power delivery Yes
Compatible battery grip Compatible battery grip DMW-BGGH5

Weight (body only) Weight (body only) 647g (1 lb 6.8 oz)
Dimensions Dimensions 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm (5.45 x 3.86 x 3.44 in)
Weight (with battery and recording media) Weight (with battery and recording media) 727g (1 lb 9.6 oz)
Weather sealing Weather sealing None
Chassis material Chassis material Magnesium alloy
Tripod thread Tripod thread 1/4"-20