The Lumix GH5S achieves the highest ever sensitivity and best image quality in Lumix History. This is realized by combining the newly developed high sensitivity sensor with Dual Native ISO technology and the latest Venus Engine. Dual Native ISO is a revolutionary technology featured on Panasonic’s professional video cameras and offers the advantages of very high sensitivity while keeping noise levels low. Usually, with a conventional single native ISO, noise levels rise when sensitivity is increased. However, the newly developed image sensor implements dual circuits able to switch to high native sensitivity before gain processing. This means you can achieve beautiful footage with suppressed noise in low-lit situations.
The original Lumix GH5 made it possible to record 4K 60p/50p video on a DLSM camera. Now, to greatly extend your creative possibilities, the Lumix GH5S takes this even further and, for the first time, includes Cinema 4K (C4K: 4096 x 2160) 60p/50p video recording. Moreover, there is no limit to the recording time, not even when shooting FHD or 4K video.
The Lumix GH5S brings game changing internal 4:2:2 10-bit C4K/4K video recording. For example, 10-bit will render all the subtleties of graduated skies and sunsets without the banding so prone to 8-bit. The power of having film creation capabilities inside the camera sets a new precedent in guerrilla style filmmaking and you can record 4:2:2 10-bit to SD card whilst simultaneously feeding the live signal through a full size HDMI port connected to an external monitor or recorder. 4:2:2 10-bit recording enables faithful colour and grading fidelity with over a billin colours and four times the tonality of 8-bit to match professional intent.
The Lumix GH5S sensor handles multiple aspect ratios – 4:3, 17:9, 16:9 and 3:2. Thanks to broad margins of effective pixels, focal length does not change in these aspect ratios. Available for still photography, 4K and C4K video, and in Anamorphic mode, this function allows you to fully leverage the angle of view of the lens for truly stunning image expression. Also, even while using a larger sensor, high readout speeds are achieved. Rolling shutter distortion, compared to the GH5, is suppressed by approximately 1.3x with high readout speeds when recording video or using an electronic shutter.
To elevate video expressivity even further, a variety of effects are available on the Lumix GH5S. The VFR (Variable Frame Rate) lets you record overcranked/undercranked videos in C4K/4K or Full HD quality. The minimum frame rate for quick motion effects video is 2-fps.
The GH5S comes with pre-installed V-LogL Video Recording Function.
Imaging
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
Camera FormatMicro Four Thirds (2x Crop Factor)
PixelsActual: 11.93 Megapixel
Effective: 10.28 Megapixel
Max Resolution10 MP: 3680 x 2760
Aspect Ratio1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Sensor Type / SizeMOS, 17.3 x 13 mm
File FormatsStill Images: JPEG, RAW
Movies: AVCHD Ver. 2.0, H.264, MOV, MP4, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: AAC, Dolby Digital 2ch, Linear PCM (Stereo)
Bit Depth14-Bit
Dust Reduction SystemYes
Memory Card TypeSD
SDHC
SDXC
Image StabilizationNone
AV Recording
Video RecordingYes, NTSC/PAL
Video Format4096 x 2160p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
3840 x 2160p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
3328 x 2496p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 120, 240 fps
Aspect Ratio16:9
Audio RecordingBuilt-In Mic: With Video (Stereo)
Optional External Mic: With Video (Stereo + Mono)
Focus Control
Focus TypeAuto & Manual
Focus ModeContinuous-Servo AF (C), Flexible (AFF), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S)
Autofocus PointsContrast Detection: 225
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Viewfinder Pixel Count3,686,000
Viewfinder Eye Point21.00 mm
Viewfinder Coverage100%
Viewfinder MagnificationApprox. 0.76x
Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3 m
Display Screen3.2" Rear Touchscreen Swivel Touchscreen LCD (1,620,000)
Screen Coverage100%
Exposure Control
ISO SensitivityAuto, 160-51200 (Extended Mode: 80-204800)
ShutterType: Electronic & Mechanical
Speed: 60 - 1/8000 Second
Type: Electronic & Mechanical
Speed: 30 - 1 Minute in Bulb Mode
1/24 - 1/16000 Second in Movie Mode
Type: Electronic
Speed: 1 - 1/16000 Second
Remote ControlDMW-RSL1 (Optional)
Metering MethodCenter-Weighted Average Metering, Multiple, Spot Metering
Exposure ModesModes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority
Metering Range: EV 0.0 - EV 18.0
Compensation: -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3 EV Steps)
White Balance ModesAuto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4
Buffer/Continuous ShootingUp to 12 fps at 10.3 MP for up to 80 Frames in Raw Format
Up to 11 fps at 10.3 MP for up to 80 Frames in Raw Format
Up to 12 fps at 10.3 MP for up to 600 Frames in JPEG Format
Up to 11 fps at 10.3 MP for up to 600 Frames in JPEG Format
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
Flash
Flash ModesAuto
Auto/Red-Eye Reduction
Forced On
Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction
Off
Slow Sync
Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Built-in FlashNo
Max Sync Speed1 / 250 Second
Flash Compensation-3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
Dedicated Flash SystemTTL
External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
Performance
Self Timer10 Seconds, 2 Seconds
Interval RecordingYes
Connectivity1/8" Headphone, 1/8" Microphone, 2.5mm Sub-mini (2-Ring), HDMI A (Full Size), USB 3.0, USB Type-C, Viera Link, X-Sync Socket
Wi-Fi CapableYes
Power
Battery1 x DMW-BLF19 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 1860 mAh
Operating/Storage TemperatureOperating
14 to 104°F (-10 to 40°C)
Humidity: 10 - 80%
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D)5.5 x 3.9 x 3.4" / 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm
Weight1.452 lb / 660 g with battery and memory card
