This is a low light version of the GH5.
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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
- RAW video data can be output over HDMI to save Blackmagic RAW on the Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR.
- 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
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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].
- 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.
- 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.
Sensor used - Sony IMX299CJK CIS
https://www.techinsights.com/products/def-1802-802?ReportKey=DEF-1802-802
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S, $1998
Note that Adorama provides various free accessories kits.
B-camera for Panasonic EVA-1
New firmware - v1.3
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!
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