Within Panasonic Lumix’s range of mirrorless cameras, there are two branches whose styling resembles that of an SLR: the GH and G series. Both have proven popular over the years, albeit amongst different user bases.While GH series has traditionally targeted professional videographers with its state-of-the-art video features, the G series can be classified as a portable budget solution for users with a developing interest in both stills and video.In the following comparison preview, we’re going to be looking at how the most recent GH and G models – the GH5 and G85 – compare. Although they share a number of characteristics including a Micro Four Thirds sensor, 5-axis in-body stabilisation with Dual I.S. 2 compatibility and extra still and video features, there are also many differences to take into account, especially concerning their video specifications.As always, should we get the chance to use them side-by-side at some point in the future, we will update this preview to a complete comparison!Ethics statement: The information supplied in this article is based upon the official specifications found on the Panasonic website and our personal experience with Panasonic cameras. We were not asked to write anything about these cameras, nor were we provided any compensation of any kind. Within the article, there are affiliate links.
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Build and designImmediately noticeable is the difference is size and weight between the GH5 and G85. While the former weighs 725g with the battery and memory card, the latter is around 200g lighter and is also visibly smaller than its high-end sibling (128.4 x 89 x 74.3mm vs. 138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4mm). G85The G85 does have one advantage, however, which is the built-in pop-up flash. To use flash on the GH5, you must buy one separately and attach it to the hot shoe.2. Electronic viewfinder and rear monitorAlthough both models come with an excellent built-in OLED viewfinder, that of the GH5 has a higher magnification (0.76x vs.
0.74x) and more resolution (3,680k vs 2,360k dots). When, we found the viewfinder very fluid and comfortable to use, which suggests that the GH5’s should be even better. G85As for the LCD monitor, both are free-angle types with static touch control. The difference is that the GH5’s is a little larger (3.2” vs 3”) and, like the EVF, has a higher resolution (1,620k vs. 1,040k dots).3.
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Sensor and processorThere are advantages to being the most recent flagship model, one of which is receiving new features before any other model, such as the latest sensor.In the case of the GH5, it houses a brand new 20MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds sensor that ditches the optical low-pass filter for increased resolution. Coupled with this is the new Venus Engine 10 that promises better colour detail, contrast, dynamic range and high ISO performance.The G85 has the same 16MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds sensor seen on previous models in the Lumix range with the exception that it too lacks an optical low-pass filter, allowing for extra resolution.4.
6KThe G85 offers 4K internal recording and all the latest 4K Photo modes that let you extract an 8MP JPG from any frame shot at 30fps with H.264 compression algorithm. Taken using 4K Photo.The GH5, on the other hand, is the very first mirrorless camera to have 6K capabilities, not as a normal 16:9 video format but rather for use with the following features:. 6K at 24p in anamorphic format by using the entire 4:3 sensor’s surface (via firmware in summer 2017). 4K Photo up to 60fps and a new 6K Photo mode up to 30fps.
The latter will let you save an 18MP JPG. Both modes use the HEVC (H.265) codec with better compression.The GH5 also brings new features to the 4K/6K Photo mode such as noise reduction at the higher ISOs and rolling shutter correction without altering the angle of view by using multiple frames to analyse and compose the final picture.5. Video compression and frame ratesThe G85 can record in 4K with a 4:2:0 8-bit compression, a maximum frame rate of 30fps and a 100Mbps bitrate. To access a better compression (4:2:2 8-bit) you must rely on the HDMI output.Currently, the GH5 is capable of 4K with 4:2:0 8-bit compression, a maximum frame rate of 60/50fps in 4K and a 150Mbps bitrate. However, when two firmware updates come to the camera later this year, it will have an even more impressive selection of high resolution formats, frame rates and bitrates that are normally limited to expensive camcorders. ConclusionI opted to save the final difference between the GH5 and G85 for the conclusion, as it will likely be the primary factor that will influence your decision.For the number of features it offers, the G85 provides the best bang for the buck of almost any mirrorless camera on the market today.
For just under $1000 with the 12-60mm kit lens, you get an excellent 16MP Micro Four Thirds sensor, 5-axis in-body stabilisation with Dual I.S. 2 compatibility that works for stills and video, very good burst speeds, decent autofocus performance, a built-in EVF and touchscreen, and a smattering of extra features, including the latest 4K Photo modes and WiFi connectivity.The GH5 costs twice as much as the G85 for the body alone but it also targets a demographic whose video-related needs are more complex than those of an enthusiast. In addition to being the first prosumer camera to offer 6K capabilities for specific uses, the GH5 also offers an impressive array of high resolution formats, frame rates and bitrates usually reserved for high-end camcorders, not to mention all the aforementioned features of the G85. For those who take video seriously, it is a proposition that is hard to ignore.Check price of the Lumix G85 / G80 on Check price of the Lumix GH5 on Second-hand Panasonic cameras on.
Late last week, Microsoft's of its Windows operating system to the public. Brings many changes to the user interface and the underlying architecture, many of them aimed at promoting use on mobile devices such as tablets.As is often the case with major OS updates, Windows 8's new features are accompanied by the breaking of support for many older products, though. That means that if you're planning on becoming an early adopter, you'll want to invest some time in making sure your favorite software and hardware will play nicely with the new OS. The new Start screen in Microsoft's Windows 8.To help out, detailing the state of play for its digital imaging products. The document is a work in progress, with many of the company's camcorder products listed as still being evaluated, but it does provide a clear answer for Panasonic digital camera owners. According to the company, all of its digital camera models with the exception of the long-discontinued Lumix DMC-F7 and DMC-LC5 will work with Windows 8.
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Those two cameras, both, will apparently not be able to connect via USB to a Windows 8 machine.Panasonic's LUMIX RAW Codec utility will mostly continue to work with Windows 8, but doesn't support 64-bit operation, and the rotation function isn't usable. The PHOTOfunSTUDIO app long bundled with Panasonic's cameras will also work with Windows 8, for versions from 2.1 onwards. Anybody still using version 4.0 HD or earlier will need to download an updated installer, however. Versions of PHOTOfunSTUDIO from 5.0 to 8.4 SE will show a message claiming that 'This OS is not supported,' but this can apparently be safely ignored. (As can a warning in version 8.2 AE that ngen.exe was unable to start correctly.). Long-ago discontinued, the DMC-LC5 is one of only two still cameras Panasonic lists as incompatible with Windows 8.The Panasonic Map Tool and GPS Assist Tool apps will also warn that the OS isn't supported, but are said to work correctly. Also compatible is the Lumix Uploader app, from versions 1.0 to 2.3.For more details on the compatibility of these applications with Windows 8, as well as updated installers for PHOTOfunSTUDIO, and info on applications bundled with Panasonic camcorders, visit the.