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Source:   With its low-resolution sensor, the GH5S is said to give improved image quality at high ISOs Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH OIS, 1/40sec at f/2.8, ISO 2500  

There are some things we need to make clear about the Lumix GH5S. Firstly, it's not an update of or replacement for the GH5. There are some distinct differences between the internal functions and features of the two bodies, but they share a lot in common on a superficial level.

With the ability to record professional standard Cinema 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 video at up to 400Mbps, variable frame rate video for dramatic slow-motion footage, flat V-log and HLG modes, both the Lumix GH5 and GH5S are designed to appeal to those who shoot video. However, the GH5 sports a high-sensitivity 20.3-megapixel Micro Four Thirds Live MOS sensor with a pixel pitch of 3.34 microns, 12fps continuous shooting, 6K-photo mode and IBIS, making it a superb all-rounder for photographers with video as a secondary interest. But responding to feedback from professional videographers and production companies, Panasonic decided to tilt the balance of the

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