Panasonic

Panasonic GX2 with IBIS, rumors topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:22:09 -0400

Two top trusted sources confirmed it yesterday. The New GX camera has indeed in body IS and tiltable built-in EVF: They expressly told me that the patent I posted in past describe almost exactly the real camera! As you know the last two years I found these images on patents describing a new camera with built-in tiltable EVF on the corner of the camera. It has built-in flash and the image stabilization

Via: http://www.43rumors.com/ft5-the-dreamcamera-will-become-true-new-gx-has-in-body-is-and-titlable-evf/

Official Panasonic GH3 topic, series 3

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 12:24:44 -0500

This is continue of topics

http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/4733/official-panasonic-gh3-topic-series-2#Item_1018
http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/4592/official-panasonic-gh3-topic/p1

and

Also check

http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/5304/gh3-user-reviews-and-opinions - owners talks topic
http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/5389/gh3-wi-fi-questions-and-apps-discussions - wi-fi related
http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/5380/gh3-timecode - timecode related talks
http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/4641/gh3-preordering-and-availability-topic
http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/5376/gh3-best-videos - most useful video about GH3 and shot on GH3
http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/5356/powering-gh3 - batteries, couplers, etc
http://www.personal-view.com/faqs/photokina/coverage/gh3 - all info about GH3 from Photokina and other sources

DR - http://www.digitalcamerainfo.com/content/Panasonic-Lumix-GH3-Digital-Camera-Review/Dynamic-Range.htm

Direct manuals links

GH3 Owner Manual Basic- http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/DMCGH3.PDF
GH3 Owner Manual Advanced - http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/DMCGH3_ADV.PDF

Short Specifications

Effective Megapixels - 16.05 Megapixels (17.20 total)
Live MOS/17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio), not multi aspect
200 - 12800 ISO
3.0" 640k OLED Monitor with static touch control
1.74Mp OLED EVF
Video - AVCHD 2.0 1080p50 (PAL), 1080p60 (NTSC), 1080p24 (with slow and fast variations, like 12fps and 50fps).
Three containers (AVCHD, MOV and MP4) and large bitrate modes, bot intraframe and interframe.
Shutter Speeds - 60-1/4000
Flash modes - Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction (when iA, iA+), Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction
Battery - Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1860mAh), old or new?
Continuous Shooting Speed - 6 fps
Weather Proof
WB - Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1, 2, Color temperature setting
SD, SDHC, SDXC cards compatible
Dimensions - 132.9 x 93.4 x 82.0mm / 5.23 x 3.68 x 3.23 in
USB 2.0
Weight - 550g
Price - $1299 (body only!)

Available at:

http://www.amazon.com/DMC-GH3KBODY-16-05-Camera-3-Inch-OLED-Body/dp/B009B0WREM

Check other topic below for other countries and other US options:

http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/4641/gh3-preordering-and-availability-topic

GH3 Issues Topic

vaitor — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 02:45:24 -0500

Hi,

I just received my GH3 from Samys and my FN4 button does not work. I'm think it might be a rare case but since I live abroad and it took two weeks to get it from the US it is pretty annoying. I can still go back in the menu by using the touch screen but it is quit inconvenient.

My question: Did anyone ever came across such an issue with any other DSLR? Is it possible to repair it locally (cheap?) I am not a technician but I am guessing it is either the wiring or a lose contact. So I would like to avoid sending it back/or sending it in to Panasonic for repair. Also: If there is no other solution and I have to send it to panasonic, what are the usual repair times? any experience?

Any advise? Thanks in advance!

vaitor

Panasonic G6 topic, GH2 replacement camera

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:47:10 -0400

Specs:

16.05 megapixels sensor
3" 1Mpix screen In-Cell Touch Monitor, Touch Pad function for EVF
240 fps readout for fast focus
1,440,000 OLED viewfinder, eye sensor
1080/24p, 1920 x 1080p60, 1280 x 720p60 (for PAl cameras it is 50p)
Manual video controls
Time lapse video
Stop motion mode
28Mbps for 60p.
3.5mm mike input
Build in WI-Fi with NFC
1000mAh battery, 7.2Wh
390 g
Kit price - $749
122 x 85 x 71 mm

DMC-G6 incorporates Focus Peaking function that shows the peak of focus in MF and AF+MF mode.

The Clear Retouch makes it is possible to erase unwanted objects or figures in an image by just tracing over them on monitor with a fingertip. They naturally disappear without destroying the image.

Adjustable HDR mode While the Panasonic G5 had an in-camera HDR mode, there was only an On or Off setting with no scope to tone down the effect. The new Lumix G6 addresses this problem by offering a range of options from Low to High.

Product page - http://panasonic.net/avc/lumix/systemcamera/gms/g6/video.html

Previews:

Preorder links:

GH2 or GH3 for green screen?

flablo — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:09:39 -0400

Hi, I own a GH2 and a GH3, quite happy with both. I'm going to shoot videoclip on green screen. I already have some experience with GH2 and green screen, and I've already searched and followed all related discussion here on PV (and outside), but one thing I couldn't come up with a decision is basically wether using the GH2 (hacked) or the GH3. What appeals me of the GH3 is essentially the improved DR, while for the GH2 the main factor would be using a hack (Driftwood or CM Green Screen). I would not use the horrid All-I with the GH3. I'm not asking tips on green screen, I just want to know it anyone used both for this task and has some thoughts to share.

Thank you

Used GH3's

vicharris — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:13:32 -0400

Not sure if this should have gone in the GH3 User Review section but I was wondering if anyone has seen any used GH3's around? I have the chance to pick one up today for $1050. Thought it might be a no brainer to check it out till the BMPCC arrives. Thoughts?

GX1 American NTSC-only can't swich to PAL

zola13 — Wed, 22 May 2013 07:23:29 -0400

Hi. I have bought a North American NTSC-only Panasonic GX1 and want to use it in Europe in (PAL, 25p). Will the hacked firmware solve my problem? (Currently its running 1.1.) I am affraid it won't, since currently there is no point in the menu like video output or NTSC-PAL swich. I have also contacted the local service who told me that no firmware will solve the problem since the hardware is slightly different, I had to change the motherboard of the camera. So once again, will the hack insert a new point in the menu for switching the NTSC/PAL or 30p/25p? Or, what else could I do? Thanks in advance!

GH2 High Speed Burst Mode at lower res?

userage — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:34:58 -0400

I done a search but I couldn't find the exact info I was looking for

Has there been a hack to get the high speed burst mode (40fps) of the GH2 at a lower res to get faster fps? Is there no way this can be done? Is it hardwired or something?

GH3 user reviews and opinions

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 01:29:01 -0500

Topic dedicated ONLY to post review/opinion if you have camera on hand.

Also for discussions about such opinions.

For all other discussions use other topics or general GH3 official topic

Panasonic Lumix GF6

stonebat — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:09:09 -0400

Specifications:

16Mp GX1sensor
Dedicated movie mode on the mode switch. Manual movie settings.
Tilting screen.
The shutter button has zoom lever.
The metal top plate.
$680 kit price ($599 MSRP).

Product page - http://panasonic.net/avc/lumix/systemcamera/gms/gf6/index.html

Previews:

Available at:

GH3 Wi-Fi Questions and Apps discussions

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 23:28:07 -0500

Intended to discuss all the wi-fi related things only.

Plus AppStore and Android apps.

Possible to disable video recording start/stop on GH2 main shutter button?

lorilin — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:43:05 -0400

Is it possible to disable the stop/start video recording function of the GH2's main shutter button? When I'm shooting video, I'd like to use that button just to change focus while filming. But it's so sensitive -- if I press just the tiniest bit too hard the camera stops recording rather than just refocusing. (I do practice, but still end up missing shots.)

I am hoping that I just missed a setting somewhere and that it's possible to set it up so that the red video button handles the stop/start, and the main shutter button does focus only. It wouldn't be the first time I've been confounded and confused by the settings!

Cheers and thanks in advance, Lori

Official Panasonic GF5 topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:07:32 -0400

Specifications:

New high-sensitivity Micro Four Thirds 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor
ISO setting: Auto / Intelligent ISO / 160 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800
Burst Speed: 4fps
Video: AVCHD/MP4 (FullHD)
Microphone: Stereo
Bright and responsive 3.0-inch 920k dot LCD touchscreen
Light Speed Auto Focus of just 0.09 seconds
Ports: TV/Digital Out and Mini HDMI*
1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Full AVCHD 1080/60i video (from 30fps sensor output) with MP4 recording option
Built-in orientation sensor
Venus Engine VII HD2 with Multi-process Noise Reduction
Creative filters: 14
Size: 107.7 x 66.6 x 36.8 mm mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight: Approx. 267g（including SD card, Battery, Body)
Built-in Flash: TTL Built-in-Flash, GN6.3 equivalent. Built-in Pop-up
Interface: HDMI, Digital AV output, stereo microphone, speaker

Available

Links

http://www.photographyblog.com/news/panasonic_lumix_gf5 http://www.photographyblog.com/news/panasonic_lumix_gf5_hands-on_photos
http://www.photographyblog.com/previews/panasonic_lumix_gf5_photos

Previews/Reviews

Videos

GH3 NTSC to PAL

nicneg — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:34:41 -0400

Hello everybody! My name is Nicu (Nikolay) and I'm new on this forum. Today I recieved my GH3 camera from US, and I realized that this is NTSC version, but I'm living in Moldova, and I need PAL mode. So, my question: Is it possible to modify the firmware (v 1.1) to change from NTSC mode to PAL? Thanks in advice!

GH2 fell into the sea

miza — Sun, 12 May 2013 05:57:29 -0400

My GH2 fell into the sea with RC helicopter. Is there a chance to save my last video file? It was recording, but it says 0KB.

Do you thing my 14-42 power zoom lens can be saved?

GH2 vs AF100

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 23:44:21 -0400

So, if you want to express your personal opinion, you are welcome.
Any sign of not expressing your personal view, but blatant AF100 marketing compain, that is strongly going on few leading sites, will be eliminated.
Reason?
Panasonic thrown unprecedented amount of money on AF100 marketing. And it is long known for heavy forums usage.

Famous AF100 advantages list:
1. 3 position ND filters (if your read the DSLR forums a lot you know the headaches people go through finding a good all around ND filter solution)
2. The LCD on the AF100 is quite a bit better and is larger...the VF is also more ergonomic.
3. HD-SDI (ability to get 4:2:2 from a very reliable output is very important to some)
4. Overcranking/undercranking (this feature is priceless for many shooters)
5. Waveform + Vectorscope
6. Detail coring/numerous gammas/ much deeper control of the image parameters, etc
7. Uncompressed 16 bit audio recording capability/xlr inputs
8. Timecode/Synchro function
9. 6 Scene files for easily recalling adjustments
10. Dual card slots
11. Max bitrate available in way more modes than the GH2
12. More shooting modes on AF100 like 1080 30P, 720 24P, etc.
13. Remote control pricelesss for certain situations
14. Longer battery life/ Better batteries available
15. PAL/NTSC switchability
16. Zebras
17. Headphone jack
18. Negative gain function
19. Ergonomic features like the handle/ tape hook, etc
20. Slow synchro/High speed shutter - can be set by degree

Official Panasonic G5 topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 04:07:11 -0400

The new DMC-G5 features a 3-inch fold out screen and a top of the line 16-megapixel sensor powered by Panasonic's Venus Engine VII.

G5 is capable of things like full HD video recording and capturing images up to 12,800 ISO.

Also it looks like we have power zoom control near shutter :-)

Specifications:

16Mp sensor (18.3 megapixels total!)
6fps burst
1.44Mp viewfinder
1080p50/1080p60 video recording (28Mp)
Additional control lever. Control lever behind the shutter button which controls the power zoom on compatible lenses. Alternatively it can be configured to operate exposure compensation or aperture in M-mode.
Higher-resolution 920,000 dot rear LCD
Regains the eye-sensor to automatically switch between LCD and electronic viewfinder.
'Touchpad AF'. It allows you to move the AF area across the frame with your finger on the LCD while you're framing the shot through the EVF.
The newly added Electronic Shutter mode allows silent operation which is helpful in areas where silence is needed
The Extra Tele Conversion function extends zoom range Max 4.8x without deterioration of image quality.
Price: $800 for kit

Available at:

Samples:

Previews and reviews:

Strange marks on video - Damaged Sensor?

DaleCampbell — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:03:34 -0400

So a mark/blotch has appeared on my videos recently! I think it happened after a lens change and there was some dust/dirt on the sensor as well which was visible with a loupe. However the mark in question doesn't seem to be visible when looking at the sensor?! It is present when using different lenses/no lens even It moves in ex-tele mode (to a position which would seem to correlate with the sensor crop of that mode) If I shoot a scene which has an over exposed section it will disappear as I move the camera to place the mark onto the over exposed area- i.e. no present when over exposed

I have tried a blower to remove the dust and also swabbed the sensor with a cleaning kit which removed all the dust etc. but this mark remains!!!

So what does it look like to you and has anyone encountered something similar?

Thanks in advance all!

GH3 Timecode

DouglasHorn — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:35:08 -0500

I'm curious about the timecode features of the GH3. Is it possible to accept or receive timecode to/from another device? Or does the camera just record its own clock time? It's most useful if I can sync time to an external recorder.

Panasonic G6 Focus Peaking Video Demo

Henry — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:04:40 -0400

It would be nice if they would enable this in the GH3 on the next firmware update.

Shutter Life of GH1&2

simurg — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:34:57 -0500

How much life there is GH's shutter? My Gh1 13580 ! Should we be worried !? I wonder if other shutter numbers...

Chalky looking footage, skin does not look smooth?

dreo — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 15:35:08 -0400

Pretty disappointed with how my GH2 footage turned out. I shot a live band performance from side stage, and gave up on trying to fix it in post. The venue was very well lit, but I remember being at around ISO640. Was it overexposed? No matter what I do to the image color correction and grading-wise, it looks terrible.

Any tips on how to not do this again in the future would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Beginers on GH3

liondor1969 — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:59:36 -0400

Hi, if you can help me someone with some recommendations,shoot weddings with sony pmw ex1r and GH3 is second camera..please help my several recommendations regarding how to set gh3 for filming.. What lens to buy?with gh3 I want to shoot on the Steadicam Merlin..

thanks

Transferring Super 8mm Film: Best GH2 picture mode for accurate color reproduction?

powderbanks — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 22:18:12 -0400

I have collected several reels of Super 8mm film over the years and I finally picked up a transfer 'box' from eBay. Most of the footage is color and general 'home video' stuff (Christmas, somebody's wedding, some kid's birthday, etc), so what is the best picture profile on the GH2 to accurately reproduce the original color of the film?

I typically shoot with 'Smooth' all at -2, but that's so I get a very flat, gradable image. I will probably transcode the AVCHD files straight to an internet ready H.264 file, but I have no plans of grading any of it.

Which lens to use for a stablizer?

edubz — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:26:13 -0400

Good Day.

I notice my gh2 is shaky when I record. I see stablizers out there, but I have a MANUAL forcus lens on my GH2, a canon FD 50mm.

This wont work as I have to focus manually.

Whats the best low light wide lens I could use for the gh2?

Can wheel on gh2 default to aperture?

neko30 — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 23:27:28 -0400

hi all,

is there a way to set the wheel on camera so that it defaults to aperture setting?

right now, it defaults to shutter speed...and then i have to push wheel to switch to aperture.

seems like there should be a way to set it so it starts on aperture and not shutter speed...

thanks for any advice. goro

GX1 vs GF5 etc... (already have a GH2)

Flacnvinyl — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:15:38 -0400

This is a bit of a weird post. I have a small army of GH2s and completely love them. I run them all hacked and use on every paid gig. However, I am going to purchase the Panny X 14-42mm lens for an upcoming concert (not a paid gig, just one I am attending) and noticed that for a few hundred above the cost of the lens, I could get the 14-42mm WITH a GF3/5 or GX1! THEN, I noticed the GX1 is supported by the hack..

Do you all have an opinion on a nice SMALL M43 camera supported by the hack? This would likely be a B camera on future shoots, and would be a great travel/family camera. The GX1 looks nice. If the hack allows me to get great footage and manual app controls over filming, then I would be THRILLED!

Any feedback is GREATLY appreciated. I love my hacked GH2s... Vitality has done amazing work.

GH2 Stutter/Judder/Strobe issues discussion

Dalefpf — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:18:54 -0400

Hello,

First off, thanks for all of the great work being done here. I was wondering if any of the new settings could help reduce the effect of judder and strobe I tend to see while using the GH2? I actually returned my first GH2 because I believed it was faulty. Now, on my second camera, I see the same effect. I know a few others have felt the same way and was hoping to get an understanding of what causes the effect and what might be done to help resolve it. Maybe it is what it is?

GH3 LCD hinge cover fix

konjow — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:57:29 -0500

Upss.. Drop.. Looks like nothing is broken yet... seems to be easy to broke if I try to push in and probably easy fix if know how. There is a piece of magnet which hold this piece but i don't want to force it to break this plastic cover. Any advices what to do or more important what not to do....? Except sending to panasonic of course. I fill like little boy with injured, dying pet :) I know its a punishment for selling Gh2.

GH2 in 24p: noticeable "strobe effect" with any motion in frame?

mo7ies — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:19:26 -0400

Clearly, ANY camera that only samples time at 24fps will have visible motion artifacts.

However, I find these to be more pronounced on the hacked GH2 than on any other 24p cam I used. Am I seeing things, or is it a reality?

Not only in my own video tests, but also when I watch other folks' videos, everything looks Saving Private Ryan / Battle Royale to me.

As if shutter speed was super high. Except it actually wasn't set that way! In my tests, I keep 180 deg shutter (about) with 1/50 at 24p. So then, why do we get that strobing, high-shutter-speed-like look?