Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5

12 - 60 mm, 20.30 Mpx, Micro Four Thirds
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Discover a new dimension of photo and video recording with the LUMIX GH5. This multi-talented camera offers high-end performance and ultimate image quality thanks to a new processor and a new 20 MP sensor without a low-pass filter. The world's first 4K/60p video capability and 6K photo feature push conventional boundaries. Additionally, the LUMIX GH5 is equipped with a weather-resistant magnesium body.

Key specifications

Camera type
Mirrorless camera
Camera equipment
With kit lens
Wireless transmission
NFCWi-Fi
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Aperture
f/3.5 - 5.6
Continuous shooting mode
12 FPS
Memory card type
SDSDHCSDXC

General information

Item number
6071244
Manufacturer
Panasonic
Category
Cameras
Manufacturer No.
DC-GH5MEG-K
Release date
11.1.2017
May include power adapter
No

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Material group
Metal
Material
Plastic

Application range

Scene mode
Portrait

Camera properties

Country code
CHEU
Camera type
Mirrorless camera
Camera equipment
With kit lens
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
NFCWi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
CloudyDaylightFlashumbra
Exposure type
AutoManual
Exposure compensation
± 5EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Closure type
ElectricMechanical-switch
Self-timer delay
10 s2 s
Flash modes
AutoSlow synchronisation

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
Crop factor
2
Supported page ratios
1:116:93:24:3
Min. ISO sensitivity
100
Max. ISO sensitivity
25600
ISO light sensitivity
100 - 25600

Camera lens properties

Min. aperture opening
f/3.5
Max. aperture
f/5.6
Aperture
f/3.5 - 5.6
Focal length
12 - 60 mm
Min. focal length (exact)
12 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
60 mm
Optical zoom
5x
Lens equipment
Filter threadImage stabilisation
Filter thread
58 mm

Objective 2 properties

Focal length
12 - 60 mm
Min. focal length (exact)
24 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
120 mm
Optical zoom
4x
Filter thread
58 mm
Min. aperture opening
f/3.5
Max. aperture
f/22

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3.20"
Display technology
LCD
Panel technology
TFT
Resolution
1620000 Pixel
Display functions
Fold-outTilt and swivelTouch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
2359000 Pixel
Coverage
100%

Focusing

Focus type
AutofocusManual focus
Minimum focus distance
20 cm
Autofocus type
Contrast-based
Autofocus areas
225x

Performance

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

Video

Max. video resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
Full HD
Max. refresh rate
60 fps

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SDSDHCSDXC
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEGMPORAW
Video file formats
AVCHDmovMPEG-4

Durability

Durability
Splashproof
Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
2.5mm for remote control3.5mm headphones3.5mm microphoneAV outputMicro HDMI (Type D)USB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion

Origin

Country of origin
Japan

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Battery chargerbody capHot shoe toePower cordRechargeable batteryShoulder strapUSB cable

Product dimensions

Width
138.50 mm
Length
87.40 mm
Height
98.10 mm
Weight
725 g

Package dimensions

Length
29 cm
Width
14.50 cm
Height
15.50 cm
Weight
1.64 kg

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Warranty score

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

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 5.Yashica
    1.3 %
  • 7.Kodak
    1.5 %
  • 8.Panasonic
    1.8 %
  • 8.Rollei
    1.8 %
  • 10.Olympus
    1.9 %

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: Digitec Galaxus
  • 3.Kodak
    2 days
  • 5.Nikon
    7 days
  • 6.Panasonic
    9 days
  • 7.OM System
    10 days
  • 7.Sony
    10 days

Return rate

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

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 10.Easypix
    4.5 %
  • 11.Olympus
    4.8 %
  • 11.Panasonic
    4.8 %
  • 13.Sony
    5 %
  • 14.Agfaphoto
    5.2 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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