Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II (Lumix DC-GH5M2)

Superb video quality and options ; Excellent handling and build quality ; Wireless live streaming

A minor upgrade over the GH5 ; Not the strongest stills performer

The GH5 II is the first time that a GH model hasn't represented a major push forward for video in stills/video ILCs, but that responsibility instead falls to the promised GH6. The GH5 II's role is to provide an updated version of the GH5 at a...

Stabilized Micro Four Thirds sensor ; Magnesium body with dust and splash protection ; Dual UHS-II card slots ; Broad library of autofocus lenses ; Easily adapts manual focus glass ; 10-bit 4K60 internal recording ; Flat V-Log L profile included

Video autofocus can drift at 24fps ; Doesn't support Raw video recording

The mirrorless Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II puts video features first, with more robust 4K recording than its predecessor and other sensible upgrades.

Wireless live streaming built in Strong all-round image quality Many small improvements to an already great camera

Few reasons for GH5 owners to upgrade

If you're looking for a well-built, lightweight mirrorless camera with excellent handling, a fantastic range of video shooting options and solid stills performance, the GH5 Mark II his well worth a look. The GH5 was already a great choice, and the...

Compact and easy to use ; USB-C charging is a useful addition ; Wireless live-streaming capabilities a plus for some ; Good price for the spec

Not a huge upgrade on the first GH5 ; Touchscreen is smaller ; Launching in the looming shadow of the incoming GH6

It's probably safe to say that if you've got a GH5 already, there's not much reason to consider buying the second-generation model. Unless you could really do with those extra bitrates or wireless livestreaming, there's otherwise not a huge evolution...

Huge range of video options ; Solid build and good handling ; Only mirrorless camera with live streaming

Few reasons to upgrade from original GH5 ; AF system isn’t the most advanced

One of the best hybrids around just got a little bit better

6.5 stop image stabilization ; Numerous video enhancements ; V-Log L included ; Bigger buffer for stills

Not worth upgrading from a GH5 ; Smaller 3-inch screen ; Bigger battery but little gain

The clue is in the name. A Mark II version of anything is likely to be a refresh rather than a whole new camera, and it’s the same here. But while the GH5 II might appear superficially similar to its predecessor, it incorporates a large number of...