Panasonic introduces the new LUMIX GH5S mirrorless hybrid digital camera, which offers the widest range of video shooting capabilities and improved image quality. Designed for film and video professionals, the LUMIX GH5S has the highest light sensitivity and best image quality of the LUMIX family.
A host of features that cameramen and photographers will appreciate
The new 10.2 megapixel Digital Live MOS sensor with Dual Native ISO technology and Venus Engine image processor faithfully reproduces even the darkest parts of the image, enabling sensitivities up to ISO 51200 – especially important when shooting in low light. And when shooting movies, you no longer have to worry about noise in the picture, because the new Dual Native ISO technology effectively suppresses it.
Just like professional camcorders, LUMIX GH5S can synchronize timecode via Time Code IN/OUT connector and supplied coaxial cable. You can also use the LUMIX GH5S as a timecode generator for other GH5S cameras and professional camcorders. The Timecode Sync function makes it easy for a camera crew to sync video and sound with another camera or audio recorder, making multi-camera shooting much easier.
The new sensor also allows different aspect ratios 4:3, 17:9, 16:9 and 3:2 with the same viewing angle. Hence fast switching between different formats, making post-processing easier. The camera also shoots RAW 14-bit photos, giving you more options for professional editing.
The previous model, LUMIX GH5, was the first mirror-less digital camera to capture 4K 60p 50p videos and the new LUMIX GH5S is the first camera to support Cinema 4K 4096×2160 resolution. The GH5S can also record in 4:2:2 10-bit, which is often used in movie productions, resulting in more accurate color reproduction. There’s also support for 4:2:2 10-bit 400 Mbps All-Intra in 4K 30p/25p/24p and C4K 24p and 200 Mbps All-Intra in Full HD, with no time limit for both Full HD and 4K video recording. The LUMIX GH5S is also compatible with 4K HDR video in Hybrid Log Gamma HLG mode. Support for 4K HEVC video recording is also available, allowing video playback on compatible equipment, such as Panasonic 4K HDR televisions.
Can shoot high frame rate video at up to 60 fps in C4K/4K max slow motion . 2.5× and up to 240, fps in FHD resolution deceleration max. 7.5× , as well as support for V-LogL.
DFD Depth From Defocus technology and high-speed signal transmission have made it possible to realize the highest speed of focusing approximately 0.07 sec and continuous shooting: 12 AFS 8 AFC fps in 12 bit RAW format and 11 AFS 7 AFC fps in 14 bit RAW format. And the 4K PHOTO mode allows you to take pictures at 60 fps with 8MP resolution.
Convenient operation even in low light
The LUMIX GH5S excels in low-light situations, with its high light sensitivity and sensor optimization making the autofocus system effective even in low-light conditions -5 EV . There is a Live View Boost function that lets you check your framing even in total darkness by increasing the sensitivity of the Live View viewfinder. The manual focus zoom has also been increased from 10× to 20×, which is especially useful for astrophotography. And in night mode, the camera interface uses a soft backlight to make shooting in the dark even more intuitive.
The LUMIX GH5S has a magnesium alloy body, and the camera is protected not only against moisture and dust, but also against the cold down to -10° . Dual SD card slots, UHS-II Video Speed Class 60 compliant, and you can use one of three recording modes: Sequential Recording, Backup or Split. HDMI Type A connector.
Superior picture quality with no effort
The LUMIX GH5S features a Live View viewfinder with 1.52×/0.76× magnification 35mm equivalent and a 120 fps working frequency, as well as a 3,680,000-dot OLED screen with a 100% field of view. In addition to the two mode wheels, the joystick makes operation even more intuitive.
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity bring new ways to capture and share photos and movies. So, Bluetooth 4 technology.2 BLE: Bluetooth Low Energy connection lets you stay connected to your smartphone or tablet with minimal power consumption. And Wi-Fi in addition to the traditional 2.4 GHz standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n supports the new 5 GHz standard IEEE802.11ac , which features improved stability and higher data transfer rates.
The DMW-BGGH5 battery grip is also available separately, extending battery life and making the camera more convenient to use. And the DMW-XLR1 external XLR microphone adapter sold separately lets you record high-quality audio with an external XLR microphone.
4K movie 4K photo function
-When recording AVCHD or [MP4 up to 28 Mbps ] video, use an SD memory card with speed class 4 or higher.
– When shooting videos in [MP4] [4K] [MOV] or [4K PHOTO] formats, use SD memory cards with UHS-I UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 U3 . SD Speed Class is a standard that specifies the speed at which files are written to the card, which affects the speed of continuous shooting.
– Video in [MP4] [C4K/4K] format:
– When using an SDHC memory card: you can continue shooting even if the file size exceeds 4 GB, but the clip will be divided into several files.
– When using an SDXC memory card: you can continue shooting even if the file size exceeds 96GB and the duration is 3 hours and 4 minutes, but the file will be split.
– Video in [MP4] [FHD] format:
You can continue shooting even if the file size exceeds 4 GB and the duration is 30 minutes, but the file will be split.
Use HDMI 2 cable to output [C4K/4K 60p] [C4K/4K 50p] video.0 with HDMI logo and “4K compatible” caption.
Availability
The new product will retail in April 2018 at a price of 169,999 Dollars.
and a revamped Venus Engine image processor. It offers incredible low-light performance, capable of shooting at ISO up to 51200. With 4K video recording at 60fps, it seems like a professional filmmaker’s dream. But does the lower MP count affect the overall image quality compared to other cameras in its price range? How does it fare in terms of dynamic range and color accuracy? And is the higher sensitivity sensor really worth the trade-off?
What are the advantages of using a hybrid digital camera like the LUMIX GH5S with a 10.2MP High Sensitivity MOS sensor compared to traditional cameras?
Can the LUMIX GH5S with its 10.2MP High Sensitivity MOS sensor capture stunning images and videos? How does this hybrid digital camera perform in different lighting conditions?