Should I upgrade from the Panasonic Lumix GH5 to the Panasonic Lumix GH5 II?
Upgrading is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- 20.3MP instead of 20MP
- 4 years of newer processing and autofocus (2017 → 2021)
What you give up
- Nothing significant on paper
What it costs
| Lumix GH5 II new | No longer sold new |
| Lumix GH5 II used (MPB, typical) | £600 |
| Your Lumix GH5 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £300 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £300 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Panasonic Lumix GH5 specs · Panasonic Lumix GH5 II specs · best lenses for the Lumix GH5 II
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Panasonic Lumix GH5 to the Panasonic Lumix GH5 II?
The upgrade is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. You gain 20.3MP instead of 20MP, 4 years of newer processing and autofocus (2017 → 2021).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Lumix GH5 to the Lumix GH5 II?
The Lumix GH5 II costs No longer sold new new and about £600 used at MPB. Trading in a used Lumix GH5 might bring roughly £300, so the net cost is around £300 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Lumix GH5 lenses work on the Lumix GH5 II?
Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.