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  • Professional photo and video: 20.3 Megapixel micro four thirds sensor with no low pass filter to capture sharp images with a high dynamic range and artifact free performance
  • Splash or Freeze Proof Design: Freeze proof to 10 degrees the durable magnesium alloy body withstands heavy use in the field; Splash or dust proof construction with weather sealing on every Joint, dial and button
  • Dual image stabilization: 5 axis dual image stabilization corrects all lenses, including classic lenses not equipped with O. I. S, to eliminate Blur and nearly eliminate body and lens shake in both photo and 4K video recording
  • 4K video capture: Records silky smooth 4K 60P by 50P (QFHD 4K: 3840 x 2160 ; MOV or MP4) video with internal 4: 2: 2 10 bit 4K video recording, Plus exclusive 6K photo and 4K post focus records photos up to 60Fps
  • Connectivity and Ports: 3.5 millimeter audio port, connect to devices with USB 3.0, an external monitor or external Recorder with a full size HDMI port; Available Twin SD card slots (UHS II U3 compatible)
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    The professional grade Panasonic Lumix 4K Digital Camera DC GH5K offers over 28 Lumix and LEICA compact lens options built on the next generation interchangeable lens camera (ILC) standard (Micro Four Thirds) pioneered by Panasonic. With a durable, magnesium alloy body that’s splash/dust/freeze proof, the mirrorless design enables a lighter, more compact camera body that can go anywhere you can. The marriage of an advanced Digital Live MOS sensor with the beautiful new Venus Engine 10 produces extraordinary color detail and natural texture expression. Cutting edge features include 4K 60p (4:2:0 8 bit) and 30p (4:2:2 10 bit) in camera cinematic video, 5Ghz Wi Fi + Bluetooth for fast connection and image transfer, lightning fast DFD focusing, 5 axis dual I.S 2.0 stabilization and exposure technologies not possible with traditional DSLRs. With the exclusive Lumix 4K Photo (8MP, 30/60 fps) and brand new 6K PHOTO mode (~18MP, 30 fps), simply pause that perfect moment from video to produce printable high resolution photos. A high resolution 21mm, 0.76x OLED eye viewfinder (3680K dot) matches up to exactly how you intended to see the image even under direct sunlight. For connectivity convenience, the GH5 includes a full size (Type A) HDMI terminal with cable lock, twin SD Card slots (UHS II U3 compatible), 3.5mm microphone & headphone terminals and optional DMW XLR1 microphone adaptor. Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 5GHz Wi Fi is not available in some countries.


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    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    407 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the video quality, frame rates, and stabilization of the digital camera. They mention that it's great for video, can record in super slow motion, and has awesome 5-axis stabilization. They're also satisfied with the value, and ease of use. Opinions are mixed on autofocus and brightness.

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    39 customers mention39 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They say it is a very good camera, the very best in its class, and a spectacular camera. The fact that it also doubles as an excellent still photo camera helps justify the price. It is geared towards giving great quality and is unique.

    "...However, the early results are very promising and I do believe that Panasonic has made a significant improvement in IQ over the GH4...." Read more

    "...and press the shutter half way down to get it to lock on first it works very well. All in all this is an amazing camera for the price!..." Read more

    "...The fact that it also doubles as an excellent still photo camera really helped justify the price as I can effectively sell my Canon camcorder and..." Read more

    "...This is an exciting camera that will give you stunning photos and videos (admittedly more on the video side)...." Read more

    28 customers mention28 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the video quality of the camera. For example, they mention it's great for video, shoots 4K, and has a high frame rate. Customers also appreciate the 6K burst shot and the high frame-rate video feature. They say the footage is unbeatable and the camera works wonderfully in 1080p.

    "...- My early footage is excellent. The continuous autofocus is improved (although I do need to run a lot more tests on this one)...." Read more

    "...Panasonic has hit a huge home run with this camera! Cinema 4K recording at 24fps internally! 4K at 60fps 8bit 150mps internally!..." Read more

    "...The image is amazing, but that's not news. What is news - and hopefully will not be overlooked - is how much this camera is amazing to use...." Read more

    "The video quality is incredible on this camera. Excellent seller" Read more

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the stabilization of the digital camera. They mention that the in camera stabilization works very well, and it holds up well after three years.

    "...Image stability - I am very excited for the improvements - but I definitely need to do a lot of testing to see how it really performs.-..." Read more

    "...There is now 5 axis image stabilization on the sensor and if you are using a lens like the Leica 12-60mm it has power IOS...." Read more

    "...Highlights:- great stabilization- ability to manual focus or use auto- second screen flips out and rotates-..." Read more

    "...The stabilization is better than the A6500's as well. I took that to comic-con last year and didn't love the IBIS...." Read more

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the value of the camera. They mention that it is the best all-around for the money, and the cheap MFT lenses are a plus. They are happy with the camera and say it is a great buy.

    "...These high quality lenses are smaller and cost less than their full frame rivals to boot...." Read more

    "...All in all this is an amazing camera for the price!..." Read more

    "This camera is a powerhouse for the price...." Read more

    "...This caught my attention as it seems to be the smallest and cheapest thing to do amazing 4k 60 video...." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the frame rates of the digital camera. They mention that it has a usable 120 fps, amazing 5-axis stabilization, and can record in super slow mo. The slow motion on this camera is buttery smooth, and the size and grip is fantastic. Overall, customers are happy with the fast shipment and the well-wrapped product.

    "...The ability to shoot at 180 FPS (you have first select a variable frame rate to get into this menu).-..." Read more

    "...180fps in full 1080 FHD internally! The slow motion on this camera is buttery smooth! The size and grip is fantastic! What it's raining out?..." Read more

    "...The post focus is a really rad feature. The high frame rate capabilites and the uncompressed video is the best thing about this camera though...." Read more

    "...able to play with 4K video, 10-bit depth video and color grading, high frame rates, external monitoring, on-screen histogram and zebras, remote..." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They say the touch screen is nice and easy to navigate, the menus are well thought out, and it's easy to set WB and ISO settings without moving your eyes. Shooting manual is a breeze, and the camera has custom buttons.

    "...it is easy to navigate WB and ISO settings without moving your eyes (much more difficult on my Nikon D750).- No built in flash...." Read more

    "...The menus are very easy to navigate and well thought out!..." Read more

    "...and hopefully will not be overlooked - is how much this camera is amazing to use. Custom buttons...." Read more

    "...another one as a B Camera because it is such a versatile and user-friendly camera...." Read more

    15 customers mention9 positive6 negative

    Customers are mixed about the autofocus of the digital camera. Some mention that it's good, while others say that it was very sub-par and slow. The dedicated focus thumb stick is great, and the focus racking is pretty cool. However, some customers also say that the auto focus is very subpar and sucks in low light.

    "...- My early footage is excellent. The continuous autofocus is improved (although I do need to run a lot more tests on this one)...." Read more

    "...lowlight performance having only a slight improvement, and poor autofocus I could care less for...." Read more

    "...Highlights:- great stabilization- ability to manual focus or use auto- second screen flips out and rotates-..." Read more

    "...4K color depth video camera (prosumer) BUT for the autofocus problems in keeping the main subject in focus...." Read more

    6 customers mention3 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the brightness of the camera. Some mention that it does appear to be a substantial improvement in low-light performance from the GH4, which is welcome, while others say that low light performance isn't great and high ISOs introduce lots of grain.

    "...the view finder flips out, up, down and forward toward the lens is super bright and clear and also a touchscreen!..." Read more

    "...Low light performance isn't great and high ISOs introduce lots of grain...." Read more

    "...The ISO power blew me away, it can practically see in the dark now with no noticeable noise...." Read more

    "...Cons:-Not Great in Low-Light (though improved over the GH4)..." Read more

    One Camera to Rule Them All?
    5 Stars
    One Camera to Rule Them All?
    I will update this review as time goes on. At this point I have only experimented with the camera for several hours, but I already have enough information to form a solid foundation for a review (I have also used the GH4 for a few years). I run a small video production company, and for years I have used the GH4 for capturing high quality video. The problem is that every video shoot also requires several high quality/professional photographs. While the GH4 excelled in capturing video as a true camera it always came up short. As a result, I was always forced to lug my Nikon D750 around with me. I would travel with two cameras, and two sets of lenses. Occasionally, I would substitute the Nikon for my Fujix100T or I would substitute the GH4 for my Osmo Pro (recently it has been more of the later). What I need... want... would love .... is camera to do all of it. I guess I could invest in the FF Sony, but the idea of investing in a 3rd set of lenses doesn't exactly excite me. At some point.... either the video on the Olympus will come up... or the photo stills on the Panasonic will improve...right? Based on my tests - I think the GH5 will become my Holy Grail of cameras. I have 0% doubt that it will perform for video (and my the couple of tests I have run look very favorable), but my worry was IQ. The new 20.3MP resolution has me hopeful that the GH5 will become my one camera for all purposes. Photos - Again - I will update this as time goes on - The upgraded sensor seems to make a large difference.In the photos I attached the 1st picture was taken at ISO 400 while the rest were at ISO 1600. Frankly, I always got nervous taking my GH4 above ISO 800 the noise and grain really started to become noticeable. The GH5 looks very usable at ISO 1600 ( I need to check ISO 3200 a little closer). For full disclosure the ISO 1600 shots were taken with the Panasonic Leica f1.2 42.5mm gem of a lens. This is a good point for a tangent,. The reason why i like the MFT format (in addition to the cameras being physically smaller) there are some very excellent lenses out there. I would stack the Olymous Zuiko lenses up against the branded Nikon lenses any day of the week. In addition, ignoring the difference in focal length my Panasonic/Leica f1.2 42.5 rivals my Otus f1.4 55mm for my Nikon (plus it has vibration reduction AND autofocus - eat your heart out Sigma). These high quality lenses are smaller and cost less than their full frame rivals to boot. Now there are some poor lenses too, but if you are willing to pay a little more I have found all of the Panny/Leica and Olympus Zuiko lenses to be very, very good.Other notes - - If you shoot in RAW and use Lightroom you will have to update to 6.9. - The autofocus really is improved. It is very fast on the point.- Has the ability to do focus stacking - I haven't tried this yet - but it is a very interesting function. - Shooting manual is a breeze - I am not sure why Nikon can't copy Panasonic's focus peaking, but if they could... they should. I mentioned I owned the Otus f1.4 55mm.... that lenses would be soooooo much more useful if Nikon offered a similar type of focus peaking.- Low light performance - others may disagree, but I do think that it is better than the GH4. I have very good stills at ISO 1600. However, this might be a counter-intuitive since Panasonic is using the same sized sensor but increasing the resolution. In order for the camera to have better low light performance and higher resolution would require either significantly better algorithms and/or improvements on the actual sensor gathers the light. - Button placement and layout are still very solid. it is easy to navigate WB and ISO settings without moving your eyes (much more difficult on my Nikon D750).- No built in flash. Honestly, I can not remember the last time I used a built in flash.- The camera is not too much larger than the GH4, but it is noticeably heavier. This camera is dense, and while it still has an advantage over my full frame it's losing ground here.Video- - My early footage is excellent. The continuous autofocus is improved (although I do need to run a lot more tests on this one). I loved shooting footage with my GH4, but I usually filmed in manual focus. I never fully trusted the GH4 autofocus - it seemed to spend too much time searching.- The ability to shoot at 180 FPS (you have first select a variable frame rate to get into this menu).- Out of the box it will allow you to record 10 bit straight to SD card (I recommend the new high transfer rate cards).- Image stability - I am very excited for the improvements - but I definitely need to do a lot of testing to see how it really performs.- In short... for video the GH5 will do everything that GH4 will do, but it adds the ability to capture 10 bit footage directly to a SD card, offers weather protection, and in-body stabilization- The screen and viewfinder are excellent.Final Verdict - Again, I will have to update this review - there is MUCH still to be covered (especially for video). However, the early results are very promising and I do believe that Panasonic has made a significant improvement in IQ over the GH4. I may be naive, but I just ASSUMED it would be great for video (minor improvements in the GH4 would have helped maintain its status). The GH5 is roughly double the price of the GH4 so you will need to understand if the photo improvements and the upgrades in video are really worth it to you. For me... it is a no-brainer.... and I am optimistic that for now on I will be carrying just one camera with me!5 Stars
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    5.0 out of 5 stars One Camera to Rule Them All?
    Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2017
    I will update this review as time goes on. At this point I have only experimented with the camera for several hours, but I already have enough information to form a solid foundation for a review (I have also used the GH4 for a few years).

    I run a small video production company, and for years I have used the GH4 for capturing high quality video. The problem is that every video shoot also requires several high quality/professional photographs. While the GH4 excelled in capturing video as a true camera it always came up short. As a result, I was always forced to lug my Nikon D750 around with me. I would travel with two cameras, and two sets of lenses. Occasionally, I would substitute the Nikon for my Fujix100T or I would substitute the GH4 for my Osmo Pro (recently it has been more of the later).

    What I need... want... would love .... is camera to do all of it. I guess I could invest in the FF Sony, but the idea of investing in a 3rd set of lenses doesn't exactly excite me. At some point.... either the video on the Olympus will come up... or the photo stills on the Panasonic will improve...right? Based on my tests - I think the GH5 will become my Holy Grail of cameras. I have 0% doubt that it will perform for video (and my the couple of tests I have run look very favorable), but my worry was IQ. The new 20.3MP resolution has me hopeful that the GH5 will become my one camera for all purposes.

    Photos - Again - I will update this as time goes on

    - The upgraded sensor seems to make a large difference.In the photos I attached the 1st picture was taken at ISO 400 while the rest were at ISO 1600. Frankly, I always got nervous taking my GH4 above ISO 800 the noise and grain really started to become noticeable. The GH5 looks very usable at ISO 1600 ( I need to check ISO 3200 a little closer). For full disclosure the ISO 1600 shots were taken with the Panasonic Leica f1.2 42.5mm gem of a lens.

    This is a good point for a tangent,. The reason why i like the MFT format (in addition to the cameras being physically smaller) there are some very excellent lenses out there. I would stack the Olymous Zuiko lenses up against the branded Nikon lenses any day of the week. In addition, ignoring the difference in focal length my Panasonic/Leica f1.2 42.5 rivals my Otus f1.4 55mm for my Nikon (plus it has vibration reduction AND autofocus - eat your heart out Sigma). These high quality lenses are smaller and cost less than their full frame rivals to boot. Now there are some poor lenses too, but if you are willing to pay a little more I have found all of the Panny/Leica and Olympus Zuiko lenses to be very, very good.

    Other notes -

    - If you shoot in RAW and use Lightroom you will have to update to 6.9.

    - The autofocus really is improved. It is very fast on the point.

    - Has the ability to do focus stacking - I haven't tried this yet - but it is a very interesting function.

    - Shooting manual is a breeze - I am not sure why Nikon can't copy Panasonic's focus peaking, but if they could... they should. I mentioned I owned the Otus f1.4 55mm.... that lenses would be soooooo much more useful if Nikon offered a similar type of focus peaking.

    - Low light performance - others may disagree, but I do think that it is better than the GH4. I have very good stills at ISO 1600. However, this might be a counter-intuitive since Panasonic is using the same sized sensor but increasing the resolution. In order for the camera to have better low light performance and higher resolution would require either significantly better algorithms and/or improvements on the actual sensor gathers the light.

    - Button placement and layout are still very solid. it is easy to navigate WB and ISO settings without moving your eyes (much more difficult on my Nikon D750).

    - No built in flash. Honestly, I can not remember the last time I used a built in flash.

    - The camera is not too much larger than the GH4, but it is noticeably heavier. This camera is dense, and while it still has an advantage over my full frame it's losing ground here.

    Video-

    - My early footage is excellent. The continuous autofocus is improved (although I do need to run a lot more tests on this one). I loved shooting footage with my GH4, but I usually filmed in manual focus. I never fully trusted the GH4 autofocus - it seemed to spend too much time searching.

    - The ability to shoot at 180 FPS (you have first select a variable frame rate to get into this menu).

    - Out of the box it will allow you to record 10 bit straight to SD card (I recommend the new high transfer rate cards).

    - Image stability - I am very excited for the improvements - but I definitely need to do a lot of testing to see how it really performs.

    - In short... for video the GH5 will do everything that GH4 will do, but it adds the ability to capture 10 bit footage directly to a SD card, offers weather protection, and in-body stabilization

    - The screen and viewfinder are excellent.

    Final Verdict - Again, I will have to update this review - there is MUCH still to be covered (especially for video). However, the early results are very promising and I do believe that Panasonic has made a significant improvement in IQ over the GH4. I may be naive, but I just ASSUMED it would be great for video (minor improvements in the GH4 would have helped maintain its status). The GH5 is roughly double the price of the GH4 so you will need to understand if the photo improvements and the upgrades in video are really worth it to you. For me... it is a no-brainer.... and I am optimistic that for now on I will be carrying just one camera with me!

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely love it
    Reviewed in Canada on June 2, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Stunningly Beautiful 60 Frames Per Second UHD Videos
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A great camera that lives up to it reputation
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A great camera that lives up to it reputation
    Reviewed in Canada on October 20, 2023
    Part of my work is wildlife filming particularly underwater. I got the GH5 together with a Nauticam housing and have used it many times on professional broadcast shoots ands well as for stock footage production. The micro 4/3 makes it easy to travel with, compared to some large broadcast dedicated systems. As I use it together with the Ninja V recorder it meets many tier 2 camera requirements of broadcasters and I have shot entire broadcast productions on it. I will not review the entirety of the camera options but here is a overview of what I like and what could be improved

    What I like:
    Great stabilization with the Leica 12-60 lens (even better on the mark 2 version)
    Full HMDI out allowing 10 bit raw footage to an external recorder
    Double card slot allowing either long recording sessions or a backup recording on one of the cards in case of card failure
    Small but sturdy body

    What can be improved:
    The on/off button is THE weak point of the camera and I have had it break (after many many uses). should be made or better materials
    Vlog should be included (is on the Mark 2 version)
    Autofocus can be slower in low light / contrast situation

    I bought the camera specifically for underwater and wildlife filming and it has served me very well. I recently bought the mark 2 version and still use the GH5 for my work.
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    David R. Howie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Video Camera
    Reviewed in Canada on June 4, 2022
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    Rockroom
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing vide camera that does very well with stills too!
    Reviewed in Canada on December 27, 2017
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