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:
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Previews and reviews:
http://www.photoxels.com/reviews/panasonic-g5-handling-feel/
http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/panasonic_lumix_g5_review/
@flyaway, why is it so important that the camera be ready to record as soon as you turn it on? I think it's just a slower camera. It didn't seem to take longer than a couple of seconds on mine. SanDisk Ultra Plus 40MB/s SDHC U1 Class 10.
I've gotten used to the need to double hit the record button on my G5's. It's a bad design but it's not the end of the world.
I have G6 and GH1. It is instan on both. What SD Card you use? It might be because slower SD Card?
Looks like its impossible to start recording video immediately after switching camera on. Its saying 'Please wait ...' for a few seconds. Very annoying. Can it be fixed somehow? Is it the same in G6/G7?
It does not have external mic input, so fix and adjust internal one levels if possible and use external recorder and sync in post.
Is it possible to use external mic with G5 anyhow?
I've been reviewing this thread to figure out what are the possibilities for video, not too bad if you use a manual lens and anti-flicker to lock shutter speed. And I guess it is possible to lock exposure too with the iA+ trick. I also felt compelled to comment on an old post by @AltairZ
"I'm video recording in AVCHD ([PSH] 60p) - is the highest quality available. Yesterday I recorded a video in a room, the room was installed fluorescent lamps so in 60p mode, it could be seen flashing video, then I turned on the [Flkr Decrease] - 50 and then blinking stops. But why no honest 50p???"
If I am reading right, he is trying to shoot 60 FPS but with a SLOWER shutter speed than frame rate which is impossible for the camera to do. So instead it is doubling frames to 'catch up'. Anyway, just wanted to comment on this, at first I thought there was a camera bug.
Also really appreciative of any other tips or advice that anyone may have in regards to filming with the lumix g5 as this seriously was here in Finland the only interchangeable lens camera I could Afford so an upgrade is completely out of the question.....looking to do some videos for my music at first but hopefully can afford the switch to a gh2 before trying my hand at some short films, (in the hope a stable hack is still available) in the near future :)
Hi thanks Aria its probably due to the kit lens I'm using, cant wait to purchase a manual lens. The only reason I was asking about the iA button is because whenever iA is engaged the shutter control via flicker decrease becomes unusable so radioman's comment intrigued me somewhat as I figured that when motion blur is less important I could have more control over exposure....Thanks for the tip on the manual lens :)
@Molehill, have you tried first setting the Flicker Decrease setting on page 3 of the Motion Picture settings Menu? Once you do this you will lock the Shutter. After that from my experience the camera will automatically adjust the gain in order to try and get the right exposure, but it's a rather smooth speed so that it's not very jarring as it changes.
If you use manual lenses it's even better since you can then control Aperture and then the camera does an auto Iso thing for you. In most situations that works fine for me.
@kingneo23, there is no chance to do so at least until Vitaliy hack G5. It is unlikely that the hack will be released soon and without no news for almost 3 years from the latest PTOOL 3.66D release, I am very pessimistic that there will be a new hack.
Hello guys! I have bought a G5 a couple of days ago. Before I got it, i looked up many reviews and tests online and I choose this one because the 1080p/60FPS video. Now that I got it I can only set it to 50 FPS. I have looked this up online and as it turns out I looked at mainly US reviews and I live in Europe, so NTSC is 60 FPS and PAL is only 50. So my question is: Is there a way to change the firmware to a US one, or is this a Hardware restriction?
It is maybe a dumb question so go easy on me, I'm new and this is my first camera. :)
@Aria. Ah, ok I see the anti flicker setting. That sets the shutter speed at 120 which should be good at actually double the frame rate of 60 I'm using. So that does solve the shutter speed problem. Thanks for the tip!
I'm mainly using the G5 as a backup second cam for multi-cam interviews, having different lenses ready to go, mounted on a Glidecam etc. I look forward to seeing your video if you get around to posting it. Thanks again.
@howardwalker, when I use the G5 with a non Lumix lens I basically get full control of the Aperture. The shutter can also be locked using the Anti Flicker settings. What you'll notice is that as you film the camera will automatically adjust the gain to try and keep things in proper exposure range so it will smoothly ramp up gain or lower it depending on the brightness of the scene. IMO it works great for how I shoot. The G5 is a nice little bargain. When I get a chance I'll do a video with it and post it.
Hello. My first post here.
I've had a G6 that I have been using for video for almost a year now and have been loving it. I picked up a used G5 on Craigslist for a second camera and have a bit of a stupid question. I am reading that the G5 does not offer manual video mode. I was under the impression that when I set the dial to M that I am setting the aperture and shutter speeds and ISO in video, but now I'm understanding that this isn't the case. Can someone tell me what is going on when videoing in M mode? Both with manual lenses and the kit lens? What can I control when recording video?
Thank you!
@MR11Y, there will be no G5 Hack. I think the only option is to sell as Vitaliy suggests or keep it as is and work around lack of features. I use mine and footage looks good. They cost so little and have very good image quality in 30p or 60p.
Any news about hack plans for G5 or it will be "unhacked" forever?
Yeah it would be GREAT if we had a hack for the G5. It's so strange how it's the ugly stepchild of the Lumix cameras. Not many ever talk about it. Pany kicked it to the curb real fast.
Good idea can be sell G5 and get G6 or GH2, they are frequently available for very cheap.
I'm hoping to do some filming with the G5 over the next few months. It's that time of year to get some lovely fall footage. I'm going to shoot and see just what I can do with this camera.
Yeah it would be GREAT if we had a hack for the G5. It's so strange how it's the ugly stepchild of the Lumix cameras. Not many ever talk about it. Pany kicked it to the curb real fast.
I still use my GH1 more than the G5 at this point. I'm just so used to the GH1 and it's 24p so it's just easier right now. I wish there was a way to get the firmware of the G6 into the G5. In any event i'll keep pressing on to find other ways to get the best out of the G5.
pity that we can't use custom firmware for G5 but G3...
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