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Panasonic DCGH5K Digital Camera with 3.2-Inch LCD, Black

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  • Professional photo and 4K video performance in a durable magnesium alloy body.
  • 20. 3MP Micro Four Thirds sensor with no low pass filter.
  • 4K video: internal recording at 4k60/50P (4: 2: 0 8bit) & 4k30/25P/24P (4: 2: 2 10bit).
  • Variable video frame rates 4K: max. 60Fps & FHD: max. 180Fps. Full size Type A HDMI terminal with cable lock included & twin SD Card slots UHS-II U3 Compatible.
  • 5-Axis photo/video Dual I. S. . 2. 0 up to 5 Stops with compatible LUMIX MFT lenses, plus In-body stabilization Support for classic non-O. I. S. lenses.

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  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)
  • Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.81 x 19.2 x 15.6 cm; 725.75 Grams
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 7 2018
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Panasonic
  • Place of Business ‏ : ‎ MISSISSAUGA, ON, L4W 2T3 CA
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MZ3LQQ5
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ DC-GH5
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PANASONIC LUMIX GH5s Body C4K Mirrorless Camera,High Sensitivity MOS Multi-Aspect 10.2 Megapixels Sensor,C4K/4K UHD 422 10-bit
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LUMIX GH5KBODY - Splash/Dust/Freezeproof Rugged Design

LUMIX GH5KBODY - High Durability Shutter Unit

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 20.3MP Pixels

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Venus Engine Processor

Splash/Dust/Freezeproof Rugged Design

The LUMIX GH5 is built like a tank to withstand even heavy use out in the field. It is freezeproof down to -10-degrees in addition to splash / dustproof construction thanks to weather sealing on every joint, dial, and button. A magnesium alloy full die-cast armor frame makes the body lightweight yet durable while bringing ruggedness to the compact size. This camera can go everywhere you can.

High Durability Shutter Unit

The shutter unit is durable for approx. 200,000 times release*. Not only does it offer the highest shutter speed at max. 1/8000 to capture fast-moving 'spur-of-the-moment' shots but when used with fast aperture lenses - even outdoors - it gives impressive de-focus.

* Panasonic LUMIX in-house examination.

20.3MP Pixels

The LUMIX GH5 packs a real punch with its high performance 20.3MP Digital Live MOS sensor to achieve incredible picture. Together with the removal of the low-pass filter from the sensor, you can confidently capture sharp images with a high dynamic range and artefact free.

Venus Engine Processor

The marriage of an advanced Digital Live MOS sensor with the beautiful new Venus Engine 10 produces extraordinary color detail and natural texture expression. Multipixel Luminance Generation and Intelligent Detail Processing render intense brightness and contrast. The Three-Dimensional Color.

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 4K 60p/50p Video

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 4:2:2 10-bit Internal Recording

LUMIX GH5KBODY - VFR (Variable Frame Rate)

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Rack Focus Transition

4K 60p/50p Video

The LUMIX GH5 records silky smooth 4K 60p/50p (QFHD 4K: 3840 x 2160 / MOV or MP4) video. Faster frame rates mean excellent motion compensation plus you can slow down footage inside your video editing timeline without losing detail. You also achieve perfect panning control and a suppression of the rolling shutter effect as seen in lesser frame rates.

High-resolution images and perfect focal length can also be achieved as the Lumix GH5 features pixel for pixel, no sensor cropping recording. There's also no recording duration limit so you can go beyond 30 minutes in all record settings.

* Available Summer 2017.

4:2:2 10-bit Internal Recording

The LUMIX GH5 brings game changing internal 4:2:2 10-bit 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 guerilla style filmmaking. And you can record 4:2:2 10-bit to SD card whilst simultaneously feeding the live signal thru a full-size HDMI port connected to an external monitor or recorder. 4:2:2 10-bit recording enables faithful color and grading fidelity with over a billion colors and four times the tonality of 8-bit to match professional intent.

Control zings with rich colors from dark to bright shades and high-precision Multi Process NR makes your images pop even at high ISO sensitivity settings. Video users will be impressed with the improved performance in perceptual dynamic range at high ISO sensitivity settings.

VFR (Variable Frame Rate)

The VFR lets you record videos with dramatic slow motion or unique quick motion in 4K (60fps max.2.5x slower) or Full HD (180fps max.7.5x slower) quality, such as 180 fps / 7.5x*.

* In full HD, 24p playback.

Rack Focus Transition

The Focus Transition function automatically shifts the focus point at a constant speed for precise in-focus to out-focus points - for example background to foreground - to give you an impressive 'rack focus' motion picture effect.

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Live Output & Full Size HDMI

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 6K 30fps / 4K 60 fps PHOTO Burst

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Post Focus & Focus Stacking

LUMIX GH5KBODY - DFD Ultra Fast Motion Detection & Focus

Live Output & Full Size HDMI

The Lumix GH5 is capable of 4:2:2 10-bit real-time image output to an external monitor or recorder via an optional HDMI cable (full size Type A), while simultaneously providing an internal 4:2:2 10-bit recording*. It is suitable for professional video making that requires accurate monitoring of the imagery or high quality recording to external codec devices (such as Pro Res).

* 4K 60p/50p is output only.

6K 30fps / 4K 60 fps PHOTO Burst

Shoot with unlimited burst, then choose and extract the exact frames you want to keep. The new 6K PHOTO* mode at 30fps allows you to capture the perfect moments at a stunning ~18-megapixel high-resolution. The Ultra-high-speed 4K Photo mode at 60fps freezes even faster motion which is simply not possible in conventional DSLR cameras. The LUMIX GH5 truly does make moments unmissable.

* 6K Photo is a high speed burst shooting function that cuts a still image out of a 4:3 or 3:2 video footage with approx.18-megapixel (approx. 6000 x 3000 effective pixel count) that the 6K image manages.

Post Focus & Focus Stacking

Post focus — Shoot now, Focus Later

This fantastic Post Focus function gives you the power to focus after you've taken the shot! Simply capture the scene, review the image and touch the part of the photo you'd like pin sharp. Set and save. It's simple, stunning and all this advanced processing happens inside the camera.

Focus Stacking — Adjust The Focus Area After Shooting

The Focus Stacking function enables you to adjust the focus area after shooting by blending multiple images taken at different focus distances to create an amazing image depth of field. You can make your images with exactly the kind of de-focus you want or pan-focus the image by simply selecting the focus area after shooting. This is brilliantly useful when shooting with fast apertures, close ups or macro photography.

DFD Ultra Fast Motion Detection & Focus

Panasonic's innovative DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology is constantly evolving and its just got even better. DFD allows the LUMIX GH5 to calculate focal lens movement by comparing depth of field values of two images at incredibly high speed. By combining the AF drive with a maximum read speed of 480 fps, the LUMIX GH5 can achieve ultra-high-speed Auto Focus in up to 0.05 seconds* and 9 fps burst shooting with AFC (** 12 fps burst shooting with AFS). A newly adopted motion detector accurately tracks fast moving subjects, and enables smooth 4K Photo/Video & 6K PHOTO recording.

** In AFS, at wide-end with H-ES12060 (CIPA).

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 225 Focus Points Plus Selective AF

LUMIX GH5KBODY - AF Zone Selectable & Customizable AF

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Joystick Control

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 5-Axis Dual I.S.

225 Focus Points Plus Selective AF

A Joystick Controller on the back of the LUMIX GH5 is used to smoothly and intuitively select focus blocks inside the focusing area overlay.

225-Area AF:

The focus detect area is massively increased from 49 (LUMIX GH4) to 225 points for more flexible composition.

Custom Multi AF:

The Custom Multi AF mode allows you to freely select an array of blocks inside the 225 focusing area.

AF Zone Selectable & Customizable AF

AF Zone Selectable:

The focus area group size and position can be customized for Multi AF / Custom Multi AF.

Customizable AF:

With more customized AF settings, it is now possible to adjust AF directionality depending on the shooting scene.

Joystick Control

The LUMIX GH5 offers you more intuitive control with the addition of a joystick over the conventional front /rear dials operation. A dedicated button allows direct reach to exposure compensation, white balance adjustment or ISO setting and a maximum of 5 settings can be assigned to the Fn buttons. All these components are designed to be operated easily and without taking your eyes away from the viewfinder.

5-Axis Dual I.S. Eliminates Blur

5-axis Dual I.S. (Image Stabiliser) 2* intelligent compensation enables up to 5-stops of slower shutter speeds even through telephoto lenses. The LUMIX GH5 nearly eliminates shake in both body and lens from wide-angle to tele-end**. It also works in both photo and video recording, including 4K video. The astonishing power of the 5-axis Body I.S. corrects shake for all lenses, including classic lenses not equipped with O.I.S.

* 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 works when attaching the lens that are compatible with it. Firmware update of the lens is also required.

** Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=50-140mm (35mm film camera equivalent f=100-280mm), when H-FS14140 is used.]

LUMIX GH5KBODY - 4 Recording Options

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Dual SD Card Slots

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Large OLED LVF (3,680k-dot)

LUMIX GH5KBODY - Bluetooth 4.2 & Wi-Fi 5GHz

Professional Versatility — 4 Recording Options

A plethora of video formats and bit rates prepare the Lumix GH5 for use in a wide range of professional applications such as web, TV, DVD/Blu Ray and digital cinema production. You can select from four recording formats such as AVCHD and MP4 for playback ease, or MP4 (LPCM) and MOV for professional editing ease.

The LUMIX GH5 is worldwide compatible as the system frequency can be selected from 59.94 Hz (NTSC), 50.00 Hz (PAL), or 24.00 Hz (Cinema).

Dual SD Card Slots

Dual SD card slots increase recording capacity and file arrangement efficiency. The dual SD card slots allow you to record in relay, backup, and simultaneous modes. Relay allows you to swap a full card out for an empty card so you can record virtually endlessly. The backup mode allows you to record continuously on one card, while you start and stop recording on the other card. Simultaneous record duplicates your recording on both cards.

Large OLED LVF (3,680k-dot)

The high-resolution 3,680k-dot OLED Live View Finder matches up to exactly how you intended to see the image even under direct sunlight. A high 0.76x magnification (35mm camera equivalent) makes it easy to see image detail, your settings and icons, and, the long eye point distance of 21mm is excellent for people who wear glasses.

Bluetooth 4.2 & Wi-Fi 5GHz

The Bluetooth 4.2 (Low Energy) enables full-time connection between camera and smartphone with low energy consumption. After shooting, it automatically switches to Wi-Fi connection, transferring data to your smartphone. The Wi-Fi 5GHz (IEEE802.11ac) is incredibly fast. You can use Panasonic's Lumix Image App for Android / iOS to control shutter and other settings, plus, video record Start / Stop without physically touching the camera!

* The Wi-Fi Certified Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance.

* The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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PANASONIC LUMIX GH5 Body 4K Mirrorless Camera, 20. 3 Megapixels, Dual I. S. 2. 0, 4K 422 10-bit, Full Size HDMI Out

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A great camera that lives up to it reputation
Part of my work is wildlife filming particularly underwater. I got the GH5 together with a Nauticam housing and have used it many times on professional broadcast shoots ands well as for stock footage production. The micro 4/3 makes it easy to travel with, compared to some large broadcast dedicated systems. As I use it together with the Ninja V recorder it meets many tier 2 camera requirements of broadcasters and I have shot entire broadcast productions on it. I will not review the entirety of the camera options but here is a overview of what I like and what could be improvedWhat I like:Great stabilization with the Leica 12-60 lens (even better on the mark 2 version)Full HMDI out allowing 10 bit raw footage to an external recorderDouble card slot allowing either long recording sessions or a backup recording on one of the cards in case of card failureSmall but sturdy bodyWhat can be improved:The on/off button is THE weak point of the camera and I have had it break (after many many uses). should be made or better materialsVlog should be included (is on the Mark 2 version)Autofocus can be slower in low light / contrast situationI bought the camera specifically for underwater and wildlife filming and it has served me very well. I recently bought the mark 2 version and still use the GH5 for my work.
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Part of my work is wildlife filming particularly underwater. I got the GH5 together with a Nauticam housing and have used it many times on professional broadcast shoots ands well as for stock footage production. The micro 4/3 makes it easy to travel with, compared to some large broadcast dedicated systems. As I use it together with the Ninja V recorder it meets many tier 2 camera requirements of broadcasters and I have shot entire broadcast productions on it. I will not review the entirety of the camera options but here is a overview of what I like and what could be improved

What I like:
Great stabilization with the Leica 12-60 lens (even better on the mark 2 version)
Full HMDI out allowing 10 bit raw footage to an external recorder
Double card slot allowing either long recording sessions or a backup recording on one of the cards in case of card failure
Small but sturdy body

What can be improved:
The on/off button is THE weak point of the camera and I have had it break (after many many uses). should be made or better materials
Vlog should be included (is on the Mark 2 version)
Autofocus can be slower in low light / contrast situation

I bought the camera specifically for underwater and wildlife filming and it has served me very well. I recently bought the mark 2 version and still use the GH5 for my work.
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I will update this review as time goes on. At this point I have only experimented with the camera for several hours, but I already have enough information to form a solid foundation for a review (I have also used the GH4 for a few years).

I run a small video production company, and for years I have used the GH4 for capturing high quality video. The problem is that every video shoot also requires several high quality/professional photographs. While the GH4 excelled in capturing video as a true camera it always came up short. As a result, I was always forced to lug my Nikon D750 around with me. I would travel with two cameras, and two sets of lenses. Occasionally, I would substitute the Nikon for my Fujix100T or I would substitute the GH4 for my Osmo Pro (recently it has been more of the later).

What I need... want... would love .... is camera to do all of it. I guess I could invest in the FF Sony, but the idea of investing in a 3rd set of lenses doesn't exactly excite me. At some point.... either the video on the Olympus will come up... or the photo stills on the Panasonic will improve...right? Based on my tests - I think the GH5 will become my Holy Grail of cameras. I have 0% doubt that it will perform for video (and my the couple of tests I have run look very favorable), but my worry was IQ. The new 20.3MP resolution has me hopeful that the GH5 will become my one camera for all purposes.

Photos - Again - I will update this as time goes on

- The upgraded sensor seems to make a large difference.In the photos I attached the 1st picture was taken at ISO 400 while the rest were at ISO 1600. Frankly, I always got nervous taking my GH4 above ISO 800 the noise and grain really started to become noticeable. The GH5 looks very usable at ISO 1600 ( I need to check ISO 3200 a little closer). For full disclosure the ISO 1600 shots were taken with the Panasonic Leica f1.2 42.5mm gem of a lens.

This is a good point for a tangent,. The reason why i like the MFT format (in addition to the cameras being physically smaller) there are some very excellent lenses out there. I would stack the Olymous Zuiko lenses up against the branded Nikon lenses any day of the week. In addition, ignoring the difference in focal length my Panasonic/Leica f1.2 42.5 rivals my Otus f1.4 55mm for my Nikon (plus it has vibration reduction AND autofocus - eat your heart out Sigma). These high quality lenses are smaller and cost less than their full frame rivals to boot. Now there are some poor lenses too, but if you are willing to pay a little more I have found all of the Panny/Leica and Olympus Zuiko lenses to be very, very good.

Other notes -

- If you shoot in RAW and use Lightroom you will have to update to 6.9.

- The autofocus really is improved. It is very fast on the point.

- Has the ability to do focus stacking - I haven't tried this yet - but it is a very interesting function.

- Shooting manual is a breeze - I am not sure why Nikon can't copy Panasonic's focus peaking, but if they could... they should. I mentioned I owned the Otus f1.4 55mm.... that lenses would be soooooo much more useful if Nikon offered a similar type of focus peaking.

- Low light performance - others may disagree, but I do think that it is better than the GH4. I have very good stills at ISO 1600. However, this might be a counter-intuitive since Panasonic is using the same sized sensor but increasing the resolution. In order for the camera to have better low light performance and higher resolution would require either significantly better algorithms and/or improvements on the actual sensor gathers the light.

- Button placement and layout are still very solid. it is easy to navigate WB and ISO settings without moving your eyes (much more difficult on my Nikon D750).

- No built in flash. Honestly, I can not remember the last time I used a built in flash.

- The camera is not too much larger than the GH4, but it is noticeably heavier. This camera is dense, and while it still has an advantage over my full frame it's losing ground here.

Video-

- My early footage is excellent. The continuous autofocus is improved (although I do need to run a lot more tests on this one). I loved shooting footage with my GH4, but I usually filmed in manual focus. I never fully trusted the GH4 autofocus - it seemed to spend too much time searching.

- The ability to shoot at 180 FPS (you have first select a variable frame rate to get into this menu).

- Out of the box it will allow you to record 10 bit straight to SD card (I recommend the new high transfer rate cards).

- Image stability - I am very excited for the improvements - but I definitely need to do a lot of testing to see how it really performs.

- In short... for video the GH5 will do everything that GH4 will do, but it adds the ability to capture 10 bit footage directly to a SD card, offers weather protection, and in-body stabilization

- The screen and viewfinder are excellent.

Final Verdict - Again, I will have to update this review - there is MUCH still to be covered (especially for video). However, the early results are very promising and I do believe that Panasonic has made a significant improvement in IQ over the GH4. I may be naive, but I just ASSUMED it would be great for video (minor improvements in the GH4 would have helped maintain its status). The GH5 is roughly double the price of the GH4 so you will need to understand if the photo improvements and the upgrades in video are really worth it to you. For me... it is a no-brainer.... and I am optimistic that for now on I will be carrying just one camera with me!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this beast! Amazing Versatile! Loaded with features!
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