M4/3 will never be killed since its all ready a mature product with more than 10’years alive and millions of lenses and cameras. The format is already adopted by a wide range of manufacturers of lenses and sensors. I don’t see m4/3 dead by any means if gh6 is last native m4/3 camera. The format will continue its development as a format. I can see the discomforting feeling that no more support from panafriend to m4/3 could make some one feel but the format is long from dead. It has its advantages over super 35

@endotoxic My only experience with m43 was from owning a GF2 and then a G85 several years ago. Once I moved to a larger sensor, I realized how noisy the G85 was in anything other than perfect outdoor lightning conditions. The low bitrate didn't help either. Having said that, what are some of the advantages of m43 over s35?

From my own testing, I know that for some reason the quality out of the FS7 mkII (s35) is much higher than from an A7III (full frame) in video. I can only assume it has to do with a lot of pre-processing going on with the FS7 thanks to efficient cooling.

@DrDave

If you want 8K - forget about m43, at least its Panasonic side.

Specs

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GPtPEuCoz-1HNyGaH-FPu93S-RnvD5ud/view

Is "anamorphic 6K" the equivalent to the old DVCPro HD format? where widescreen was achieved by squeezing 1920x1080 in a 1440x1080 4x3 recording and flagging the footage with a 16:9AR? Creating pixels out of thin air

Is this it?

Those specs look like GH5.

No 240fps in 1080p no 120fps 4K this is the same lsi from gh5. Maybe better lithography for more hertz, but nothing new new. 6k photo my ass, we need more DR, better bitrate. 12 bit raw output, wifi output monitoring to multiple cameras , nfc with qr code for proper management of settings as sigma fpL, basically this is a gh5 2.0 with no real improvements.

Well they are killing the line, no surprise here.

10 bit in 4K60 is a codec improvement?

@endotoxic You are correct. I forgot that when I first got the G85, I knew very little about the iso-shutter-aperture relationship, and about staying within the limits of a given ISO and adding light where needed. Instead I was cranking the ISO just because it was available.

I always thought Olympus m43 sensors were top quality from viewing samples. Do you believe the 500 ISO max for a usable image applies as well? I actually do like grain, just not too much. I've been meaning to do a few tests and add just enough grain in camera and stay with the ISO/shutter combinations for consistency adding/removing light or opening/closing shutter for proper exposure.

@apefos

I think they are right.

8K on m43 sensor is not super useful.

8K now is used 80% for reframing and 20% for SFX.

PR

Panasonic is proud to announce the development of the LUMIX GH6 that combines the new Micro Four Thirds sensor and a new image processor. This flagship camera of the LUMIX G Series will be commercialized for its release to world markets by the end of 2021.

After establishing the LUMIX brand in 2001, Panasonic introduced the world’s first digital single lens mirrorless camera in 2008[*1]. Since then, it has produced a host of innovative cameras and interchangeable lenses by taking advantage of the outstanding mobility and high video performance which are unique to the mirrorless camera system. These cameras and lenses were originally used for photography but have also been used for film creation. After 20 years of innovative contributions to the imaging culture, LUMIX cameras and lenses have earned a solid reputation with a wide range of users, including professional photographers and film creators.

As the next milestone in the evolution of the legacy of LUMIX cameras, Panasonic is proud to announce that the development of the LUMIX GH6 is underway. The flagship of the LUMIX G Series and the latest model of the GH line, it is renowned for its stunning mobility and innovative video performance. Combining the high-speed sensor and Venus Engine image processor, the new GH6 realizes next-generation video expression. Providing 4:2:2 10-bit DCI 4K/60p recording capability[2], the LUMIX GH6 achieves unlimited video recording when the camera is used under the certified operating temperature[3]. It is reliable enough to record continuous footage for a desired duration. It also provides a 10-bit 4K 120p High Frame Rate (HFR) and Variable Frame Rate (VFR) for high resolution slow/quick motion video. Moreover, the GH6 records 10-bit 5.7K 60p video by taking full advantage of the newly developed Micro Four Thirds sensor. Accommodating a variety of recording modes and shooting assist functions, the GH6 enables photo/video hybrid-use for various purposes including films, music videos, documentaries and short clips for social media to meet the creators’ needs. The GH6 will retail for approximately $2500.

In addition to the camera, the new interchangeable lens will be added to expand the G Series lineup, and the LEICA DG 25-50mm F1.7 is also under development. It covers from 10mm to 50mm (35mm camera equivalent:20-100mm) together with the LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm / F1.7 ASPH. (H-X1025) which is currently available and has been met with high acclaim. These two lenses have common aperture, high descriptive performance, shape and operability so that it is easy to make the creator’s own unique image product using these two lenses with minimal workflow.

While the LUMIX G Series based on the Micro Four Thirds standard boasts high mobility, the LUMIX S Series offers high descriptive performance made possible with the full-frame sensor. With these two series, Panasonic demonstrates its commitment to further providing maximum product value as a tool for users to unleash their creativity and challenge the ever-changing photo/video culture in the digital era.

so that is why they don´t talk about the sensor, until they made up their mind on which one to use.