Panasonic GH5 Review in 2022 - Why I Pick GH5 Over GH6

In this video I wanted to tell you why I still use the panasonic GH5 today. its sort of a GH5 review 5 years later, and why I still would pick it over the newer Panasonic GH6. Its my favorite camera and I still use it in 2022.

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[thedarkslide]

It's a good thing the GH5 is so underrated because that makes it undervalued. I picked up a mint, like new GH5 for USD500. Just think about how mind boggling it is to pick up such amazing video image quality for such a low price point.

[gcprost]

I have two GH5's and one GH5 Mk2. I like the Mk2 because the auto focus works much better. I also like the ability to power the camera with a USB battery.

[prolightmedia]

You didn't mention open gate shooting. You can shoot video in 4/3 to be cropped square and vertically which makes it an absolute beast when creating content to be used across multiple platforms.

[andersistbesser]

As a gh5 user since 2018 i fully understand what you mean what you sa and i agree with you on almost everything as i experienced the same things. The autofocus thing however depends on what you are doing . I do boudoir videos. This means filming and folowing models. They dont move very fast and af works great with this task. You dont see pulsing. In other occasions the pulsing is distracting. The af als is more than fast enough in my opininion but as you said its for guys who knowwhat and when they are doing something. I use the camera for photos and videos. For a while i thought i could use a better camera for stills but as my grading skills improved i no longer feel this way. I get the image i want no matter if it is video or photo. No its 2023 and my gh still is great for everything i do.

[KISTATV]

Great video bud. Everyone is hyped about the gh6. Thanks for bringing this to us: the budget minded small YouTubers. Thanks again will look into this instead of the zve 10 .

[orinorio]

Got the GH5 start of the year. Was reduced. The main bored went so had to get it replaced. Now its like brand new. The GH5 is a beast of a camera. Every GH5 user video will say about its poor AF and Ll. I have a few Lumix lens the 22m 1.7 and 25 1.7. Those lens are meant for the Lumix so when attached the AF is very good. For me the GH5 is not a vlogging camera. Its for someone who is always wanting to be behind the camera. Since using it my videos have improved and each time I feel I still haven't used all of what the GH5 has to offer. I would never compere it to the Sony cameras as those camera are full frame. The AF and Low light on those cameras will be better due to the bigger sensor. The camera is only as good as its user.

[Superzro]

(5:30) I wholeheartedly agree. However, for a negligible bit of coin, the GH5II is basically superior.

Takes the S5 BLK-22 battery. USB-C power delivery. The IBIS is 6.5 stops vs 5 of the original. -18dB Sound record level adjustment. Simultaneously record internal while external out to HDMI. Sharper IQ, Higher DR, and V-log L installed. Better low light, and better AF (I don’t get pulsing). 4K 60p 10bit. Plus an extra C4 custom setting on the dial, and sharper LCD screen for viewing in harsh day light…

Also, the original GH5 has hit a ceiling for firmware updates, which we are not likely so see any more. The GH5II having a newer Venus Engine, seems to imply that they will have future updates able to improve the mark II even further. I truly struggle to think why I NEED the GH6, though want is another story…
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[CheapCharlieChronicles]

It’s amazing one can get this camera for around $800 used, this is a true powerhouse camera.

[jd]

If you use native lenses, AF is not as bad as what people say. I have a bunch it manual vintage lenses with my GH5ii. Love the manual focus 😊

[SergeGolikov]

0:30
Then I'll be hanging on the other side right with ya, cause I bought mine last year, and have bee agonizing if I should upgrade to the GH6?
I also own and shoot with the G9 and the FF S5, so that's my current 4:2:2 10bit arsenal.
As well as a swag of other LUMIX 4K 8 bit wonders including Super Zooms:
FZ80
FZ300
FZ2500 (10 bit 4:2:2 output to Ninja V via HDMI)

Beautiful sample footage! Thanks for this affirmation, I concur.
Got into Anamorphic more recently, an the Lumix 14 ~ 140 is a sweet combo with the SIRUI 1.25x anamorphic adaptor.
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[gruvie]

I do have and still use a GH5s. And I love it. Much better low light capability.

But the open gate function my GH6 is so incredible if it is not crystal clear, that only 16:9 is needed at the end, right before I hit record😎

[iSpike]

AMEN 👍🏻 I own two GH5 & one GH5M2 👍🏻👍🏻

[PolluxChung]

I have been a GH5 user since it came out. And I just acquired a GH5s at clearance price as a companion for low-night situations.

I was going to get the GH6 but backed off mostly because of some extra expenses that I don't really want to get into, such as new storage media. And you have to use the new BLK22 battery if you need to unlock all features and I already have heavily invested in the older BLC19 batteries, I have like 14 of that.

I probably will look for the GH6 M2 or S5 M2, and by then the transition for me will be much easier.

[newyorkcitycomics]

I enjoyed your video and I'm a huge fan of the GH5 too. I once was at the bottom of a water fall up to my waste and I slipped. The entire camera on the tripod went up side down and the entire camera was submerged for a few seconds. I have the event on film and it never stopped recording. It was very scary. Got it home and did the dry out thing and all was well and it survived. I did pre order the GH6 but unless it tickles me and I can't live without it... it's going back. I have to see for myself and my applications. It not it will go back in a few days. That's all I need to know. Thanks, Tom

[SimplicityForGood]

is this about GH5ll or just the standard? what are the main difference with the standard and the ll gh5? I got the GH3.. should I upgrade to the GH5, the GH5S or the GH5 ll or try something different now like the Black Magic camera that can take my lenses? please suggest some professional things I should consider on this.. thanks for a nice video!!

[freddiecauseyii]

Great review I use the Gh5; and yes the auto focus can be tricky sometimes.

[mattfowlerkc]

Both the GH5 and GH6 are great cameras and an excellent value for what they offer.

[dimaua]

bmpcc 4k owner here. considering switching to gh5 for personal projects. My only concern with GH5 is colour. It's hard to give up BM colour science after experiencing it.

[vidthreenorth]

I would really appreciate 4K time lapse on my Sony a6400. Also, it sounds like 2K video might be worth while, and some limited 10-bit video support.

[TrailguidePictures]

I totally agree. I've been using the Gh5 since it first arrived. Auto focus and low light are not great but the overall value of the camera is good. With the arrival of the Gh6, I'm not upgrading (have a Gh4 also). The new features of the Gh6 are not worth the upgrade for me, especially since there's no improvement on the low light or autofocus. The Gh6's "coolest" feature is 4k 120 but for the amount I would use it... not worth the price. I also have 10 batteries for my Gh4 & Gh5, plus SD cards. All of this to replace on the Gh6 would make an upgrade super expensive. The Gh5 is a great camera and I think if anyone was getting started, now is a great time to look for a used Gh5 while so many people are upgrading. The Gh5 will be a great camera for a few more years.