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Panasonic Announces Hybrid Mirrorless GH5S
8 January 2018
Panasonic has introduced its Lumix GH5S, a new hybrid mirrorless camera with expanded video recording capability and enhanced image quality. Designed and developed for professional filmmakers, the GH5S achieves highest-ever image sensitivity and video image quality in the history of Lumix cameras, especially in low-light situations, the company said.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the GH5S include:
- 10.28-Mp Multi Aspect Ratio MOS sensor
- DCI 4K60p and Full HD 1080/240p video
- Internal 4:2:2 10-Bit Long GOP
- V-Log L Gamma and HDR Hybrid Log Gamma
- 0.76x 3.68m-Dot OLED viewfinder
- 3.2" 1.62m-Dot free-angle touchscreen
- Dual Native ISO 400 and ISO 2500
- Dual UHS-II SD Slots; WiFi and Bluetooth
- Advanced DFD AF System
- 12 fps Cont. Shooting and 4K Photo modes
DETAILS
The new mirrorless camera features a 10.2-megapixel digital MOS sensor with Dual Native ISO technology and Venus Engine 10 to capture even dark parts of the image, allowing high ISO capture when the use of supplemental lighting may not be possible. The Dual Native ISO technology suppresses noise to produce cleaner footage in all light.
Both videographers and photographers can now enjoy the same diagonal field of view across all aspect ratios with the True Multi-Aspect Ratio function. This feature means you can easily swap between difference aspect ratios giving you the accuracy you want from your lenses and making the process easier while producing and editing in post-production.
The GH5S is compatible with Time Code IN and OUT, which is easy to set using the flash sync terminal and bundled conversion cable for a standard BNC terminal. This is especially important for lip synchronization when using multiple cameras. The Lumix GH5S can be used as Time Code generator for other GH5S cameras and professional camcorders. The Time Code IN/OUT functionality makes a production teams job pain-free as it provides synchronization for both video and audio devices used on multi-cam productions.
The GH5 achieved 4KUHD 60p video recording for the first time as a digital mirrorless camera in 2017. The GH5S establishes a new milestone with the world's first 4K 60p video recording in Cinema 4K (4096x2160), capable of internal 4:2:2 10-bit video recording up to Cinema 4K30p and internal 4:2:0 8-bit Cinema 4K60p. This is a color subsampling commonly used for film production, for even more faithful color reproduction.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the GH5S include:
PANASONIC LUMIX GH5S SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 10.28-megapixels MOS sensor
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratiosBit Depth 14-bit Dust Reduction System Yes Lens Mount Micro Four Thirds Image Stabiliation No Storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Viewfinder Electronics with 3,686,000 pixels
100 percent coverage
0.76x magnification
-4 to +3m diopter adjustmentMonitor 3.2-inch swivel touchscreen LCD
1,620,000 dots
100 percent coverageShutter Electronic and manual
60 to 1/8,000 second
Bulb mode: 30 seconds to 1 minute
Movie mode: 1/24 to 1/16,000 secondFrame Rate Up to 12 fps at 10.3-Mp for up to 80 Raw frames ISO Dual Native ISO 400 and ISO 2500
Auto, 160 to 51,200 (Extended Mode: 80 to 204,800)Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Flash No built-in flash
1/250 second max sync speed
TTL
Hot shoe, PC terminal
+3 to -3 EVMovie 4096 x 2160p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
3840 x 2160p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
3328 x 2496p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 120, 240 fps
16:9
Built-in mic (stereo), optional external micConnectivity WiFi, 1/8" Headphone, 1/8" Microphone, 2.5mm Sub-mini (2-Ring), HDMI A (Full Size), USB 3.0, USB Type-C, Viera Link, X-Sync Socket Power 1 DMW-BLF19 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
7.2 VDC, 1860 mAhDimensions 5.5 x 3.9 x 3.4 inches Weight 1.45 lb. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Panasonic said the GH5s will be available on Feb. 2 afor $2,499 (body only). Adorama (despite the illustration) and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Panasonic Announces the Ultimate Hybrid DSLM With a Newly Developed 10.2MP High Sensitivity MOS Sensor
Introducing the Lumix GH5S: Exceptional Mirrorless Videography and Photography, designed and developed for professional filmmakers
LAS VEGAS -- Panasonic has introduced the new hybrid Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera Lumix GH5S with expanded video recording capability and enhanced image quality. Designed and developed for professional filmmakers, the Lumix GH5S achieves highest-ever image sensitivity and video image quality in the history of Lumix cameras, especially in low-light situations.
Packed With Big Features
The new 10.2-megapixel Digital MOS Sensor with Dual Native ISO Technology and Venus Engine 10 faithfully reproduce even dark parts of the image, allowing high ISO capture when the use of supplemental lighting may not be possible. This sensor is a multi-aspect type with a sufficient margin for realizing the same angle of view in 4:3,17:9,16:9 and 3:2 aspect ratios. The sensor also enables photo shooting in 14-bit Raw format, providing higher flexibility for professional Raw stills development workflows. When shooting in dark environments, videographers can now focus on filming that perfect shot as they no longer need to worry about noise which often results from having to use higher ISOs. The Dual Native ISO Technology suppresses noise to produce cleaner footage when taken in all light. Both videographers and photographers can now enjoy the same diagonal field of view across all aspect ratios with the True "Multi-Aspect Ratio" Function. This feature means you can easily swap between difference aspect ratios giving you the accuracy you want from your lenses and making the process easier while producing and editing in post-production. The Lumix GH5S is compatible with Time Code IN and OUT, like the professional camcorders, which is easy to set using the flash sync terminal and bundled conversion cable for a standard BNC terminal. This is especially important for "lip synchronization" when using multiple cameras. The Lumix GH5S can be used as Time Code generator for other GH5S cameras and professional camcorders. The Time Code IN/OUT functionality makes a production teams job pain-free as it provides synchronization for both video and audio devices used on multi-cam productions.
The Lumix GH5 achieved 4KUHD 60p video recording for the first time as a digital mirrorless camera in 2017. The new Lumix GH5S establishes a new milestone by realizing the world's first 4K 60p video recording in Cinema 4K (4096x2160), capable of internal 4:2:2 10-bit video recording up to Cinema 4K30p and internal 4:2:0 8-bit Cinema 4K60p. This is a color subsampling commonly used for film production, for even more faithful color reproduction.
The Lumix GH5S also records 4:2:2 10-bit 400-Mbps All-Intra in 4K 30p/25p/24p and 200- Mbps All-Intra in Full-HD.
Continuing the Lumix GH tradition, there is no time limit for both Full-HD and 4K video recording. The Lumix GH5S complies with 4K HDR video with Hybrid Log Gamma mode in Photo Style. A low-bit-rate recording mode, 4K HEVC for HLG, is available. This enables playback on AV equipment compatible with the HLG Display format, such as Panasonic 4K HDR TVs.
The VFR (Variable Frame Rate) function lets users record overcranked (time-lapse) and undercranked (slo-mo) video in C4K/4K (60 fps, maximum 2.5x slower) and FHD (240 fps, maximum 10x slower). A V-LogL and Rec.709 LUT (Look Up Table) are pre-installed in the camera, so users can play videos recorded in V-LogL without having to separately purchase a Software Upgrade Key. Four additional LUTs can be installed using the Panasonic Varicam (.VLT) file format.
DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology and ultra-high-speed digital signal processing achieve fast autofocusing of approximately 0.07 sec 6 with 12 fps / 8 fps in 12- bit Raw and 10 / 7 fps in 14-bit Raw high-speed burst shooting. In addition to a total of 225 focus areas, The options for Face/Eye Recognition, Tracking AF, 1-area AF and Pinpoint AF are available for precise focusing. The 4K PHOTO enables 60 fps high-speed capture in approximately 8-Mp equivalent resolution.
Outstanding Footage in Any Environment
As a camera that excels in shooting in low light, the Lumix GH5S boasts -5EV luminance detection performance with Low Light AF thanks to the higher sensitivity and optimized tuning of the sensor. Live Boost is another practical feature that makes it possible to check the composition even in total darkness, by boosting the sensitivity just for Live View. The magnification ratio in MF assist is increased from conventional 10x to 20x, which is convenient especially for astronomical photography. An AF Point Scope function, first introduced in the Lumix G9 and Night mode are also integrated.
In order to make the GH5S tough enough to withstand even heavy field use, it is composed of a magnesium alloy full die-cast front, rear and top frame that is not only splashproof7 and dustproof but also freezeproof down to -10 degrees Celsius. The GH5S is equipped with a double SD Memory Card slot, compatible with the high-speed, high-capacity UHS-II and Video Speed Class 90. Users can flexibly choose the recording method from Relay Recording, Backup Recording or Allocation Recording. The HDMI Type A terminal is provided, along with the USB-C Gen1 interface.
Exceptional Image Capture Without Concern
The GH5S has a large LVF (Live Viewfinder) with a stunningly high magnification ratio of approximately 1.52x/0.76x (35mm camera equivalent) providing smooth display at 120 fps. A high-precision, high-speed OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display features 3,680K-dot resolution and 100 percent field of view. In addition to dual dials, an omni-directional joystick enables more intuitive and flexible operation.
The GH5S includes Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity to offer a more flexible shooting experience and instant image sharing with easy operation. Compatibility with Bluetooth 4.2 (called BLE: Bluetooth Low Energy) enables constant connection with a smartphone/tablet with minimum power consumption. For WiFi, 5 GHz (IEEE802.11ac)8 can be selected in addition to the conventional 2.4 GHz (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) for an even more secure and stable connection.
For extended battery life and a more stable hold, the new Battery Grip DMW-BGGH5 (sold separately) is available. The XLR Microphone Adaptor DMW-XLR1 (sold separately) allows high-res sound recording with an external XLR microphone.9
The Panasonic Lumix GH5s will be available from end of Feb. 2 and will retail for $2,499 (body only).