Panasonic Lumix GH5S

The ultimate low-light cinema mirrorless camera

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84/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 19
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 12
Usability 18
Brand Panasonic
Model DC-GH5S

Key Features

SENSOR 10.2MP Multi-Aspect Ratio Live MOS sensor with Dual Native ISO technology
PROCESSOR Venus Engine with high-speed signal processing for 4K 60p/50p video
AUTOFOCUS DFD (Depth From Defocus) contrast-based AF with 225 focus areas
PHASE DETECTION Not applicable; utilizes advanced contrast-based DFD technology
VIDEO C4K/4K 60p/50p 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording, unlimited recording time
STABILIZATION No IBIS; relies on lens-based O.I.S. for cinema-grade stability
BURST RATE Up to 12 fps (AFS) or 8 fps (AFC) with mechanical shutter
VIEWFINDER 0.76x magnification OLED EVF with 3.68 million dots
DISPLAY 3.2-inch 1.62m-dot fully articulating touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C 3.1, Full-size HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone
MEMORY CARD Dual UHS-II SD card slots
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy frame, splash, dust, and freezeproof construction
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 440 shots per charge (CIPA) using DMW-BLF19 battery

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Panasonic Lumix GH5S

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Depends on lens
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Panasonic Lumix GH5S

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Panasonic Lumix GH5S Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Panasonic Lumix GH5S

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Technical Specification

Sensor 10.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS
Resolution 3680 x 2760
ISO Range 160-51200 (expandable to 80-204800)
Autofocus 225-area Contrast Detection with DFD
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 60 sec
Burst Rate 12 fps
Video Cinema 4K (4096x2160) at 60p
Stabilization None (Lens-based only)
Viewfinder 3.68m-dot OLED EVF
LCD 3.2-inch fully articulating touchscreen
Memory Card Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI, Mic, Headphone
Battery Life 440 shots
Weight 660g (with battery and card)
Dimensions 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm