Proving that they can push the GH-series even farther into the video realm, the Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S is a mirrorless Micro Four Thirds camera optimized for movie recording and low-light performance. Revolving around a 10.28MP Digital Live MOS sensor, DCI and UHD 4K video recording is possible at up to 60p and the large individual pixel size also affords impressive low-light performance to an extended ISO 204800, along with Dual Native ISO technology at ISO 400 and ISO 2500. Coupled with an updated Venus Engine, the sensor and processor combination also enables faster readout speeds along with 1.3x less rolling shutter distortion compared to previous GH-series cameras. Internal DCI 4K30p recording is available with 4:2:2 10-bit sampling and a full-size HDMI A connector can be used to simultaneously output to an optional external monitor or recorder. The sensor's extended sensitivity range has also been used to promote working with V-Log L and Hybrid Log Gamma HDR modes for effectively increasing your dynamic range and affording more flexibility when color grading during post-production.
Beyond its video prowess, the GH5S is no slouch when it comes to stills shooting, either. The sensor and Venus Engine combination enable recording 14-bit raw files with a top continuous shooting rate of 12 fps with single-shot AF, or up to 8 fps with continuous autofocus. Borrowing from the video side, 4K PHOTO modes are also available for shooting 8MP stills at up to 60 fps. Benefitting stills, the Depth-From-Defocus AF system works quickly and accurately using 225 dedicated AF areas, and is sensitive to -5 EV luminance for working in extreme low-light conditions.
Beyond imaging specs, the GH5S retains its professional build quality the GH-series is known for. The magnesium alloy body is fully weather-sealed for working in inclement conditions, and physical controls have been enhanced for easier tactile control. A large 3.68m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder is featured, for high-resolution eye-level monitoring, as well as a rear 3.2" 1.62m-dot LCD touchscreen with free-angle movement to suit working from high and low angles. Dual UHS-II SD memory card slots are available for flexible file recording and built-in Wi-Fi with NFC and Bluetooth wireless connectivity enable seamless image sharing and remote camera control from a mobile device.
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Camera Format | Micro Four Thirds (2x Crop Factor) |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 11.93 Megapixel Effective: 10.28 Megapixel (3680 x 2760) |
Maximum Resolution | 3680 x 2760 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Sensor Type | MOS |
Sensor Size | 17.3 x 13 mm |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Image Stabilization | None |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 160 to 51200 (Extended: 80 to 204800) |
Shutter Speed | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 60 Seconds 1 to 30 Minutes in Bulb Mode 1/16000 to 1/24 Second in Movie Mode Electronic Shutter 1/16000 to 1 Second |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Multiple, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | 0 to 18 EV |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4 |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 12 fps at 10.3 MP for up to 80 Frames (Raw) / 600 Frames (JPEG) Up to 8 fps at 10.3 MP Up to 7 fps at 10.3 MP Up to 6 fps at 10.3 MP Up to 5 fps at 10.3 MP Up to 2 fps at 10.3 MP Up to 60 fps at 8 MP |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Recording Modes | AVCHD Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50p/59.94p [28 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [17 to 24 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p [24 Mb/s] MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [72 Mb/s] MOV/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.976p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [100 Mb/s] DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 50p/59.94p [150 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [100 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50p/59.94p [150 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 25p/29.97p [20 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p [24 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50p/59.94p [28 Mb/s] MOV/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.976p/24.00p [150 to 400 Mb/s] DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 25p/29.97p [150 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [150 to 400 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [100 to 200 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | 4:2:2 10-Bit |
Video Encoding | NTSC/PAL |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input |
Audio File Format | AAC, Dolby Digital 2ch, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Flexible (AFF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection: 225 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -5 to +18 EV |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3,686,000 Dot |
Viewfinder Eye Point | 21 mm |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.76x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
Size | 3.2" |
Resolution | 1,620,000 Dot |
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Built-In Flash | No |
Flash Modes | Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction, Off, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/250 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Connectivity | 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, 2.5mm Sub-Mini, HDMI A (Full Size), PC Sync Socket, USB Type-C (USB 3.0) |
Wireless | Wi-Fi Bluetooth |
GPS | No |
Operating Temperature | 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 10 to 80% |
Battery | 1 x DMW-BLF19 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1860 mAh |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.5 x 3.9 x 3.4" / 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm |
Weight | 1.45 lb / 660 g (Body with Battery and Memory) |
Package Weight | 3.03 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.75 x 6 x 5.8" |