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Panasonic GH5S GH5 S, 4K Video Edition
  • This is a low light version of the GH5.

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    Crop values

    • 3680 pixel long in 4/3 = 2x crop factor in 4/3 still mode
    • 3840 pixel long in 3/2 = 1,91x crop factor in 3/2 still mode
    • 4016 pixel long in 16/9 = 1,832x crop factor in 16/9 still mode
    • 4096 pixel long in 17/9 = 1.796x crop factor in 17/9 (DCI 4K) video mode
    • 3840 pixel long in 3/2 = 1,91x crop factor in 16/9 4K UHD video mode.
    • Speed Booster Ultra + GH5s + DCI 4K = crop factor of 1,275x with 35mm lenses.
    • Speed Booster XL + GH5s + DCI 4K = crop factor of 1,149x with 35mm lenses.

    Available for preorder at

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  • Only VA 12G for BRAW, and Resolve does not recognize ProRes RAW.

  • Now that GH5S can output BRAW to Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR and Prores to Atomos Ninja V, what of those options willl be the best for RAW recording and editing on Resolve/Premiere with Windows? Only Video Assist 12G or any cheaper model will work aswell? Does the final image will be really better than the internal Vlog All-i at 400mb??

  • Prores and Braw for external recorders are a great addition, as focus ring control is. Really really nice and appreciated. But they forgot to put continuous Timecode for those serious drifting issues with their Jan Sync only.

  • GH5S Firmware Version 2.2

    1. RAW video data can be output over HDMI to save Blackmagic RAW on the Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR.
    2. Added functions
      [Focus Ring Control] function has been added.
      Compatible lenses: H-XA025, H-ES200, H-E08018, H-X1025, H-HSA12035, H-ES12060, H-FS12060, H-X2550, H-HSA35100, H-FSA45200, H-ES50200, H-FSA100300 and H-RS100400
  • GH5S Firmware Version 2.0

    1. Improved AF performance
      • It can detect the eyes / face at a 2x faster recognition cycle speed and human / animal at a 5x faster recognition cycle speed. These subjects can be detected even they appear in approximately half the size.
      • Tracking and recognition performance of AF have been improved with an addition of head recognition.
      • Human/Animal recognition can be set ON or OFF when the AF mode is set to [1-Area].
    2. RAW video data output over HDMI function
      • The Apple ProRes RAW can be recorded on Atomos NINJA V.
    3. [4K] / [Anamorphic (4:3) 3.7K] 12-bit RAW video data can be output over HDMI.
  • This is a small test grading v-log using the official Arri Alexa Log to Rec709 Lut (no color space conversion applied).

    It has been a surprise that it suits really well with the Gh5s V-log clips (better than the Panasonic VLog Lut to my taste), and it is a very good starting point to grading. I was thinking in buying the Emotive Color Ghalex S Lut, but I haven´t seen any samples yet, so I decided to try the official Arri lut included in Davinci just to try what happened and I am really happy with this first test with sun light.

  • Firmware v1.4 released

    Picture freeze may occur at burst recording using an external flash when camera is set to AFC/AFF and LVF frame rate 120fps, has been improved.

    https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index.html

  • Firmware v1.4 released

    1. Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters
      • Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O" and "Profoto Connect-O" can be used.
      • All functions may not be available depending on the situation.
    2. Improved AF performance
      • [Animal Detect.] has been added to AF mode.
      • [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added. [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.
      • Focus Peaking function is available in any AF mode.
      • It is possible to set continuous AF on the live view screen in Creative Video mode or in other video recording mode when the video recording area is displayed.
    3. Other added functions
      • [AWBw] has been added to WB mode.
      • [Highlight Weighted] has been added to metering mode.
      • [Exposure Offset Adjust.] has been added to Custom menu, which enables adjustment of the standard exposure value for all metering modes.
      • [0.5SEC] has been added for an option of [Duration Time (photo)] in [Auto Review].
    4. Other improvements
      • AE can be locked with the [AF/AE LOCK] button when ISO Auto is set in M mode.
      • [MODE1] has been added to the Live View Boost function, which increases the frame rate for smooth image display to enable easier manual focusing.
    5. Improved operational stability
      • There were cases where Backup Recording using the Double Card Slot Function stopped during writing. This bug has been fixed.
      • AF operation following the pressing of [AF-ON] in MF mode was unstable when the LVF Frame Rate was at 120 fps and the camera was under dim lighting. This bug has been fixed.
      • There were cases where the images shot vertically did not rotate on playback. This bug has been fixed.

    https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index.html

  • GH5 Firmware Version 2.6 / GH5S Firmware Version 1.4 / G9 Firmware Version 2.0 Upcoming

    Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters (All)

    Ability to use Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O/P" and "Profoto Connect-O/P." All functions may not be available depending on the situation.

    Improved AF performance

    For GH5S and G9

    [Animal Detect] has been added to AF mode. Utilizing Advanced AI Technology, animals, including cats, dogs and birds, can be detected in addition to humans. The focus frame is automatically set on the target subject by analyzing the size and position of the target subject in the viewing image. The camera continues tracking these subjects even when they turn their back to the camera.It is possible to switch the subject to focus on by pressing the joystick in [Face/Eye/Body/Animal Detect] mode.

    All

    [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added. [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.

    A Focus Peaking function is available in MF and any AF modes.

    Continuous AF capability is available on the live view screen in Creative Video mode or in other video recording modes when the video recording area is displayed.

    Enhanced video functions for G9

    • 4K 30p/25p 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording is supported.
    • 4K 60p/50p 4:2:2 10-bit HDMI output is supported.
    • Luminance level for 10-bit video is supported.
    • VFR (Variable Frame Rate) shooting is supported (FHD 2-180 fps/4K 2-60 fps).
    • HDR video recording is supported.
    • V-Log L recording and Waveform Monitor (WFM) are available with the Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU1 (sold separately).

    Other major improvements

    All

    • [AWBw] has been added to WB mode.
    • [Highlight Weighted] has been added to [Metering mode].
    • [Exposure Offset Adjust] has been added to the Custom menu, which enables the user to adjust the standard exposure value for all metering modes.
    • [0.5SEC] has been added for an option of [Duration Time (photo)] in [Auto Review].
    • AE can be locked with the [AF/AE LOCK] button when ISO Auto is set in M mode.
    • [MODE1] has been added to the Live View Boost function, which increases the frame rate for smooth image displays to enable easier manual focusing.

    G9

    • [MODE2] has been added to High Resolution mode, which reduces the subject's motion blur.

    For more details of the update program, please refer to the firmware update information page of each model to be released on November 19, 2019.

  • All the new firmware update features for the S1/S1R, the GH5 and GH5s and G9 you can find here:

  • Panasonic will launch a new major firmware update for the GH5 / GH5S / G9 cameras. No info yet about the possible improvements…

    Small rumors are that we can see external raw recording via HDMI using Atomos recorders.

    Internal ProRes RAW most probably wont happen.

  • B-camera for Panasonic EVA-1

  • New firmware - v1.3

    • Improved compatibility with the Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm / F1.7 ASPH. (H-X1025) digital interchangeable lens.
      • Smooth aperture control is available during video recording.
      • [Aperture Ring Increment] has been added with which users can choose the control method of the aperture ring from [SMOOTH] or [1/3EV] in photo shooting.
    • Improved compatibility with the Panasonic Remote Shutter DMW-RS2.
      • The video REC switch on the Remote Shutter can be disabled in the camera's custom menu.
    • Improved operational stability
      • There were cases where the exposure was not correct when recording in Creative Video Mode. This bug has been fixed.
      • There were cases where the headphone volume did not change in real time when [Headphone Volume] registered in "My Menu" has been changed. This bug has been fixed.

    https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index.html

  • Comparison with Alexa Mini

  • Shot all handheld with the powerful GH5S in 4K 60P DCI 10 Bit Pro Res LT to the Atomos Shogun Inferno. Captured in V-Log L and color converted to the Alexa Color Science with the Emotive GHAlex(a) process. This resulted in soft, pastel like coloring, and a smooth highlight roll off in the specular highlights. The grading is imperfect due to time constraints, but should serve as a testament to what these cameras are capable of!