Tagged with panasonic - Personal View Talks

Lenses for GH4 on Zhiyun Crane?

IS2 — Fri, 10 Mar 2017 15:48:26 +0000

Hi all,

I've been super on the fence between getting a Ronin M or a Zhiyun Crane. I think I'm leaning towards the crane because it's much more portable realistically enabling more shooting freedom.

I know I unfortunately won't be able to use my lovely Sigma 18-35mm due to the size, so was wondering - which lenses do you all use on your GH4/crane set up and for what scenarios?

Using GH4 + Shogun for commercial greenscreen production - Our experience

Chris74 — Sat, 11 Mar 2017 00:50:21 +0000

I am usually just consuming content on this excellent forum, so I thought it's time to give something back.

We just finished a commercial film production and thought I share some insights on why we have chosen to shoot this with the GH4. Our key requirements have been

10Bit 4k capability (greenscreen project!)
Light weight (we had challeging camera angles and limited budget for rigging => e.g. birdeye shots with shitty rig)
Long battery life (we didn't want to add external battery solutions => our rig had very low weight limitations)
Problem free (e.g. no overheating)

So after long discussions choosing between Sony A7s II and GH4, we decided to use the latter one and I don't regret this decision.

We had a lot of challenges but they have not been regarding camera choice, more related to the customers corporate colors (yellow turning green in shadows) and lighting the massive greenscreen. The only real challenge on the GH4 for us was the shitty HDMI port but we solved that with adding a Zacuto Port Protector (without that, it would have been a nightmare!).

But judge for yourself, feedback welcome! (note: the project required massive effort in post production)

45-200mm F4-5.6 II Lumix G Power OIS Panasonic 2017 lens

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 04 Jan 2017 06:38:50 +0000

Preorder - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1304870-REG/panasonic_h_fsa45200_lumix_g_vario_45_200mm.html

Gh2 noob easy hack

Erlucios — Thu, 02 Mar 2017 05:08:16 +0000

Hi, I've just bought a gh2 at low price with a 14-42 only for video purpose. I need a simple hack that remove the time limit and that is reliable. I'm not searching for high bitrate, I like to use 1080 50p and 50mb because I send videos to local tv. Can someone suggest me a hack with this features? Or can someone suggest me how to hack the original firmware by Panasonic? I'm able to use ptool.

Panasonic Vlog: matching non-Vlog footage

Brian_Siano — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 10:40:50 +0000

I'm working on a project where we shot with three Panasonic cameras: a GH4, a GH2, and a GX7. On the GH2 and GX7, we used the Standard setting, but I decided to try using Vlog on the GH4.

Obviously, my question's about matching the color grades. I can't see to find a set of settings or a LUT that would take my GH4 footage and conform it to the standard Panasonic curves in any consistent way. The LUTs that are closest-- the standard Vlog to v35, Balazar's luts-- have two faults: they're a bit greyish in the low end, and they're actually kind of dim, so I have to adjust the floor and boost the low-to-midranges.

Seems to me that there ought to be a LUT that accurately brings the Vlog footage to something very close to Standard. Any suggestions?

Panasonic HC-VXF995 and other 2017 camcorders

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 02:42:50 +0000

The three 4K-enabled models come with 20x optical zoom Leica Dicomar lenses, back-illuminated sensors and lightweight, stable bodies, along with 5-axis Hybrid O.I.S+ stabilisation. They include Wi-Fi and Wireless Multi Cam, which can connect with up to three smart devices to record two additional perspectives simultaneously. A 4K Cropping feature allows users to edit 4K videos in-camera after they are recorded, using panning or zooming to crop the frame to produce professional-looking Full HD movies. Other features include Panasonic's Crystal Engine 4K processor and 4K Photo suite. Cinema-like effects include slow & Quick Video recording, Slow Zoom, Slow Motion Video and Dolly Zoom. The HC-VXF995M includes built-in memory and Twin Cam, a physical sub-camera that can record a second perspective.

The entry-level HC-VXF985M 4K model is priced at AU$999 and will be available in March. The flagship HC-VXF995M has an RRP of AU$1399, while the VXF995 model is priced at AU$1299 (RRP). both are scheduled for release in April 2017.

The top-of-the-range FullHD model, the HC-V785 (RRP AU$749) features a large, 1/2.3-inch type sensor and 20x optical zoom lens. It comes with a programmable manual dial and creative smooth slow motion video mode.

Model includes 5-axis Hybrid O.I.S+ stabilisation and an Auto O.I.S. Lock, which engages when scenes require stronger shake compensation. Will go on sale in March 2017.

For Sale: brand new Panasonic Lumix G80

yiannis_zach — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 04:58:26 +0000

Selling a brand new never used G80 (Europe version). Unwanted gift. Shipping from France, PayPal is accepted. 800€ shipped.

GH3 with dead LCD (flex cable issue)

EspenB — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 16:27:40 +0000

First of all I had the wobbly GH3 LCD hinge which was repaired under warranty a couple of years ago.

However, when I got it back after repair (in 2014?) the LCD did not turn on when it was extended away from the camera body. I shipped it in for repair again and as far as I recall the complete hinge assembly with cable was replaced. Now the LCD worked correctly again.

Summer of 2016 the LCD went dead again. However some light tapping/knock shock to the side of the body/hinge makes the LCD turn on again in some positions, but the colors are sometimes posterized or the image is darker than normal. There is no wobbly hinge, but it seems that the flex cable in the hinge has issues yet again.

Looking for parts on ebay I find both the flex cabel as a separate part and the flex cable allready attached to the hinge assembly.

Do anyone have experience replacing the complete hinge with flex cable?

Also, I'm kind of disappointed about the flex cable malfunctions. Is this a typical problem of cameras with rotating LCDs? Looking at the GH3 flex cable parts on ebay they seem to sell a lot...

Just need longer recordig (and clean HDMI) for GH2

swschilke — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 11:44:07 +0000

Dear *,

Just got a used GH2 and I wonder which GH2 hack gives me just longer recording and my second wish: clean HDMI out (preferable without recording on SD card). Any recommendations? Which is nowadays the "best" hack I could use?

Kind regards

sws

Overheard at Thanksgiving - Short comedy vid shot entirely on the GH2

stampfli — Mon, 28 Nov 2016 16:30:40 +0000

Decided to do a last minute shoot for Thanksgiving weekend on my Panasonic GH2. Still a big fan of the camera for low-cost shoots.

We used the Panasonic 20mm for the opening shots (would have preferred the entire shoot on this lens but we were in a time crunch) and the Panasonic 14mm-140mm for everything else. A couple focus issues, but overall happy with the content from such a short time frame.

Here is the final product:

1000$ camera... what is the best choice (mainly for video)?

lumixmaxgh3 — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 02:07:55 +0000

Panasonic GH4 (v-log) Samsung NX1 (upcoming hack) Sony a6300 (S-log3)

your opinion?

Short Film shot on GH4 in Canada

x_worpig_x — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 18:54:08 +0000

Hey guys. I recently shot a short film using the GH4 and Rokinon lenses.

A Good Life - TV Pilot Episode

stampfli — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 16:43:21 +0000

Please check out "A Good Life" TV Pilot Episode, launching on YouTube today!

Shot with a Canon 5D Mark III and Panasonic GH2; I would love to hear what you guys think.

Any shares and subscribes are much appreciated!

Blackmagic Video Assist VS Atomos Ninja Blade

club_irate — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 04:05:31 +0000

Need to pull the trigger between the Blackmagic Video Assist 5" VS Atomos Ninja Blade for my GH4. Urgently needs suggestion on which is the better one (now that the BMVA has got rid of its small problems via firmware). I have 2 of those recommended SD cards for the BMVA. So, ideally i would save 200$ on the SSD's. Looking at other pros and cons between the two which make the extra spending for Atomos worth or not worth it.

Panasonic G6 topic, GH2 replacement camera

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:47:10 +0000

Specs:

16.05 megapixels sensor
3" 1Mpix screen In-Cell Touch Monitor, Touch Pad function for EVF
240 fps readout for fast focus
1,440,000 OLED viewfinder, eye sensor
1080/24p, 1920 x 1080p60, 1280 x 720p60 (for PAl cameras it is 50p)
Manual video controls
Time lapse video
Stop motion mode
28Mbps for 60p.
3.5mm mike input
Build in WI-Fi with NFC
1000mAh battery, 7.2Wh
390 g
Kit price - $749
122 x 85 x 71 mm

DMC-G6 incorporates Focus Peaking function that shows the peak of focus in MF and AF+MF mode.

The Clear Retouch makes it is possible to erase unwanted objects or figures in an image by just tracing over them on monitor with a fingertip. They naturally disappear without destroying the image.

Adjustable HDR mode While the Panasonic G5 had an in-camera HDR mode, there was only an On or Off setting with no scope to tone down the effect. The new Lumix G6 addresses this problem by offering a range of options from Low to High.

Product page - http://panasonic.net/avc/lumix/systemcamera/gms/g6/video.html

Previews:

Where to order?:

Unlimited PAL body and kit with worldwide delivery at http://www.personal-view.com/deals/cameras/panasonic
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-G6-Compact-Digital-14-42mm/dp/B00CFCTDD6/
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/968554-REG/panasonic_dmc_g6kk_lumix_dmc_g6_mirrorless_micro.html
http://www.wexphotographic.com/search/?q=panasonic%20g6

Official Panasonic G5 topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 04:07:11 +0000

The new DMC-G5 features a 3-inch fold out screen and a top of the line 16-megapixel sensor powered by Panasonic's Venus Engine VII.

G5 is capable of things like full HD video recording and capturing images up to 12,800 ISO.

Also it looks like we have power zoom control near shutter :-)

Specifications:

16Mp sensor (18.3 megapixels total!)
6fps burst
1.44Mp viewfinder
1080p50/1080p60 video recording (28Mp)
Additional control lever. Control lever behind the shutter button which controls the power zoom on compatible lenses. Alternatively it can be configured to operate exposure compensation or aperture in M-mode.
Higher-resolution 920,000 dot rear LCD
Regains the eye-sensor to automatically switch between LCD and electronic viewfinder.
'Touchpad AF'. It allows you to move the AF area across the frame with your finger on the LCD while you're framing the shot through the EVF.
The newly added Electronic Shutter mode allows silent operation which is helpful in areas where silence is needed
The Extra Tele Conversion function extends zoom range Max 4.8x without deterioration of image quality.
Price: $800 for kit

Available at:

Samples:

Previews and reviews:

A Good Life Official Trailer - Comedy TV Pilot

stampfli — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 16:59:23 +0000

If you have a minute, please check out the official trailer to our comedy TV pilot "A Good Life." Launching soon! Thanks!!!

Smart Rendering GH4 4K on Windows?

NickHope — Wed, 28 Jan 2015 06:05:46 +0000

Before I start archiving the best parts of my footage in MagicYUV lossless .avi format at a bitrate 18x bigger than the original, I am wondering if anyone has found a way to reliably smart render (no recompression) 4K UHD MP4 footage from the Panasonic GH4. My typical nature footage features a lot of unwanted head and tail. Really I just want to split the files on the PC, not in-camera. I don't care if it's forced to i-Frames or if the first and final GOPs don't render well.

The "main" NLEs won't do it. I tried TMPGEnc Smart Renderer and that didn't work. I expect it's beyond VideoReDo and Womble.

I have heard that Cyberlink PowerDirector tries it but there are glitches in the result from version 12 (reported at http://www.avsforum.com/forum/161-camcorders/1533217-cambridge-uk-4k.html ). Unfortunately the version 13 trial version doesn't support 4k so it would mean spending $80 on the program to test it.

I also notice that Corel VideoStudio Pro X7 features "4k smart rendering" and there is a fully-functional trial version but it's 800MB.

GH2 Stills Problem

jondshank — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 13:00:10 +0000

Recently I started taking stills with my gh2 in addition to using it for it's AMAZING video.

When I manually focus, whether through the LCD or LVF just before the image is in focus to my eye it looks soft and dreamy more so than out of focus, and beyond the subject it will start to actually look out of focus.

I took some when it actually looked IN FOCUS and I feel like it just doesn't look as sharp as my old Canon 60D (By quite a bit to be honest)

I'll post a picture so you can see. I shot this in manual, f/2.8 at 70mm on a tripod with around 160 shutter speed and 200ISO. I'll post a before and after grade.

Before: http://imgur.com/a/H3bPw

After: http://imgur.com/JjxF8ZD

Do you think this is an operator, lens, or camera problem?

Also please do critique my grade, I'm relatively new to all this.

FS: Varavon GH3/4 loupe

wordsofpeace — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 03:07:47 +0000

Now no longer in manufacture, Varavon loupe for GH3/4 bodies. It's in good condition with only very minor signs of use. It doesn't have the leather strap, that was removed because it just made fitting more awkward, although it doesn't seem to make any difference to the rigidity or light leakage. The only current alternative is the VARY-i €285. Offers around £120+pp. I can mail it abroad.

35-100mm F2.8 X lens topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:01:13 +0000

Specifications:

Lens Construction - 18 elements in 13 groups (2 ED lenses , 1 UED lens)
Nano Surface Coating
Optical Image Stabilizer - POWER O.I.S.
Focal Length: f=35-100mm (35mm camera equivalent 70-200mm)
Aperture Type: 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
Maximum Aperture: F2.8
Minimum Aperture: F22
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.85m / 2.8ft
Maximum magnification: Approx. 0.1x / 0.2x (35mm camera equivalent)
Filter Size: 58mm / 2.3in
Max. Diameter: Approx 67.4mm / 2.7in
Overall Length: Approx. 99.9mm
Weight: Approx. 360g

Good to have separate one :-)

Reviews and previews:

Samples:

Price: $1499

Available at:

US - http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-H-HS35100-35-100mm-G-Series-Cameras/dp/B009B0X9PI/
US - Offers from other sellers http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B009B0X9PI/
US - http://shop.panasonic.com/shop/model/H-HS35100
EU - http://www.technikdirekt.de/main/de/642488/-/article-panasonic-2-8-35-100-mm-g-x-vario-power-ois.html

Extra:

Panasonic G6: overexposes 1 to 2 stops

gameb — Wed, 28 Sep 2016 23:59:54 +0000

I am still using 2 good old G6 for a documentary project, but I have an issue (not new) with it. When I choose the exposure through the viewer and it looks fine to me, the result, after transfering to the computer, is an overexposure of 1 to 2 stops easily. Is there anyway to control what the viewer indicates me, so I can do the right exposure straight away? I am using only primelenses (Nokton 25mm, SLR 17.5, Takumar 85mm), so I have the ... "shoot without lens" button selected in G6 menu. Thanks for helping.

Phab // JOE "L'enfer du Bataclan"

etreetsoi — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 07:28:29 +0000

Hello everyone,

Here's a musical film JOE melodic rap, following the massacre in Paris at the "Bataclan" concert hall.

Shot with Pansaonic Lumix GH3/GH2, good visualization. Phab

Music video made with G7 - what a nice little camera

sdope79 — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 08:52:09 +0000

lens used: Samyang fisheye 8mm t3.8, Zeiss 50mm f.1.8, Canon 28mm f.2.8 and speed booster. Enjoy!

GH4 External Vlog White Balance Metadata

club_irate — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 02:00:21 +0000

Is there a way to view the precise Kelvin reading of GH4 footage in Premiere Pro CC metadata or any other software? The DP shot in varied White Balances in V log External & i need to be able to get the accurate temperature data of the footage he shot on.

Also, i am using Filmconvert (GH4+VLOG) to grade. The WB parameter (in Film Convert) is an offset rather than a setting in my past experience. Would it then actually wreck my clip if i dialed the Film Convert WB parameter over to 3200K from it's default position on Daylight if the footage was shot on 3200K too?

Panasonic HC-X920 and V720 new camcorders stuff topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 13:54:39 +0000

X920 adds level gauge, Level Shot function and built-in WiFi. The high-end body also is capable of plug and copy HDD recording, has a 1,152k-dot touch-enabled 3.5-inch LCD, and a 25x optical zoom lens with tilt and blur correction. In other words, otherwise it is X900.

An 263,424-dot equivalent EVF is complete crap, as usual, it is not updated for last 7 years, I think.

The HC-V720 is lower in the lineup, offers exactly SAME 21 optical zoom lens as V700 (just added number in digital zoom) added built-in WiFi, 20.4-megapixel faked still picture capture, and an old 3-inch touchscreen LCD. The V720 also allows for plug and copy HDD recording and also adds near-field communication for easy control utilizing a smartphone. And yes, 1/2.33" sensor spec is used for marketing and active stabilizer with only small central portion used for actual image.

Anyone used the Panasonic 35-100mm f2.8 with the GH3? (Micro jitters question)

kieranvyas — Sat, 13 Aug 2016 09:31:39 +0000

The issue of micro jitters with the Panasonic 35-100mm f2.8 was addressed in firmware updates, but depending on the camera, I have seen varying results. On some cameras the jitters issue is now gone, on others it is as bad as ever!

I use the Panasonic GH3 - has anyone used this lens with this camera and could comment on whether the micro jitters are still there or not?

FS: Panasonic GH4 + Extra OEM Battery - $950

fosterchen — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 13:39:22 +0000

Selling my GH4 in excellent condition. US Version. Includes extra OEM battery and original box with charger, manual, strap, and usb cable.

$950 includes Priority Mail shipping within 48 US states w/ signature.
PM me if interested!

Panasonic GH4 Audio Levels

cblok — Sun, 14 Sep 2014 07:45:55 +0000

Hi all,

I'm considering upgrading from a GH2, mainly due to the slightly better audio abilities of the GH4 (headphone jack, 3.5mm input). I shoot a tonne of interviews so it would come in handy. I've just got a few questions about the GH4 which I'm finding difficult to find answers on...

FYI: the audio devices I'll be using with the GH4 are the Rode Video Mic Pro or a Sennheiser wireless lapel mic (e3 kit).

Is it possible to adjust audio levels via a function button or some kind of PHYSICAL button on the camera?
If not, is the touch screen audio level adjustment actually useable during shooting or is it very fiddly?
Assuming I buy a GH4 that doesn't have the buzzing issue, is the audio quality acceptable?
Are there any random quirks to the audio of the GH4 I should know about?
Does the GH4 have any issues like the GH2 where the audio levels change slightly once the 'record' button is pressed?
How is the audio level meter? Is it accurate / helpful etc...?

I'd be keen to hear from anyone shooting and recording audio with the GH4 and get their feedback and opinions. It'd be great to ditch the Zoom H4n recorder that I use with the GH2.

Cheers!

Panasonic GX7 aka GX2, with IBIS topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:22:09 +0000

Official specifications

16MP Digital Live MOS sensor
Tilting 1.04MP screen
90 degrees tiltable EVF with 2.76 million dots (cov - 100%, mag - 1.39x) *1920×1080/60p full HD video
Fastest shutter is 1/8000 second
Maximum sensitivity is ISO25600
Flash sync - 1/320s
Highlight and shadow curve adjustments
Three level focus peaking
Silent mode
in body image stabilization
Focus peaking
NFC and Wi-Fi
80 degrees titltable LCD with 3.0 in. 1.04 million dots
Magnesium alloy body
402g
123x71x55 mm

Available at:

Previews and videos