Panasonic DMC-GH5 Hybrid Camera Brand New

Description

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 (also known as DC-GH5), a flagship Micro Four Thirds mirrorless hybrid camera released in 2017. It was designed as a powerful tool for professional videographers and hybrid shooters, offering advanced video capabilities, robust build, and strong stills performance in a compact, weather-sealed body.

Key Highlights
• Micro Four Thirds (MFT) system with 2x crop factor — excellent for video with deep depth of field control and access to a wide range of compact, high-quality lenses.
• Internal 10-bit 4:2:2 recording — one of the first mirrorless cameras to offer this for professional color grading flexibility.
• 4K 60p/50p recording (8-bit 4:2:0) and unlimited recording time in most modes.
• 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) with Dual I.S. 2.0 compatibility (up to 5 stops) — great for handheld work, even with non-stabilized lenses.
• 6K/4K PHOTO modes for extracting high-resolution stills from video bursts.
• Rugged magnesium alloy body — dustproof, splashproof, and freezeproof down to -10°C (14°F).
• Optional DMW-XLR1 adapter for professional 2-channel XLR audio input.

Sensor and Processor
• Sensor: 20.33 MP Digital Live MOS sensor (17.3 × 13.0 mm, Four Thirds size). No optical low-pass filter for maximum sharpness.
• Total pixels: 21.77 MP.
• Processor: Venus Engine (high-speed processing for video and stills).
• ISO range: 200–25600 (expandable to 100–25600 in some modes); dual native ISO not present (unlike the GH5S).
• Dynamic range: Solid performance for its era, with good color science in V-Log L (optional paid upgrade).

Video Recording Capabilities
• Resolutions and frame rates:
◦ DCI 4K (4096 × 2160) at 24p.
◦ UHD 4K (3840 × 2160) up to 60p/50p (4:2:0 8-bit), 30p/25p/24p (4:2:2 10-bit internal).
◦ Full HD (1920 × 1080) up to 180 fps (high-speed for slow-motion).
• Formats: MOV (H.264), MP4 (H.264/H.265 in some modes), AVCHD. Supports 4:2:2 10-bit internally in select 4K/Full HD modes.
• Bitrates: Up to 400 Mbps All-Intra (via firmware) in higher modes.
• Color profiles: Standard, Cinelike, V-Log L (optional ~$99 upgrade), HLG (via firmware update).
• Other: Anamorphic (4:3) mode support, variable frame rate, no recording time limit, proxy recording options, and full-size HDMI output (4:2:2 10-bit).
• 6K PHOTO / 4K PHOTO: 30 fps burst extraction (6K) or 60 fps (4K) for stills from video sequences.

Autofocus and Stabilization
• AF system: Advanced Depth-from-Defocus (DFD) contrast-detection AF with 225 areas. Fast lock-on (~0.05s in good conditions), face/eye detection, and tracking.
• Stabilization: 5-axis sensor-shift IBIS, compatible with Dual I.S. 2.0 (lens + body) for enhanced shake correction.

Design and Ergonomics
• Body: Magnesium alloy, fully weather-sealed (dust, splash, freezeproof).
• Dimensions: Approx. 139 × 98 × 87 mm (5.5 × 3.9 × 3.4 in).
• Weight: Approx. 645 g (body with battery and card) / 580 g body only.
• Viewfinder: 3.68 million-dot OLED LVF (0.76x magnification, 100% coverage).
• LCD: 3.2-inch free-angle touchscreen (1.62 million dots) for flexible monitoring.
• Controls: Dedicated video REC button, joystick, customizable buttons, and intuitive dials.
• Media: Dual SD card slots (UHS-II / UHS Speed Class 3 compatible) for simultaneous, relay, or backup recording.
• Connectivity: Full-size HDMI (with cable lock), USB 3.0, mic input, headphone jack, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth.

Audio and Power
• Audio: Built-in stereo mic; optional DMW-XLR1 handle adds two full-size XLR inputs with phantom power and high-quality preamps (supports 24-bit/96 kHz).
• Battery: DMW-BLF19 (approx. 400–410 shots per charge or 150+ min video depending on mode).
• Power options: USB charging/power delivery support in later firmwares.

Still Image Capabilities
• Up to 20.3 MP stills (5184 × 3888).
• Continuous shooting: 12 fps (AF-S), 9 fps (AF-C), or up to 30/60 fps in 4K/6K PHOTO modes.
• RAW + JPEG support, with excellent detail thanks to the no-low-pass-filter sensor.

The GH5 was groundbreaking for its time as a hybrid camera that brought cinema-grade video features (10-bit 4:2:2, 4K 60p) into a compact, affordable package under $2,000 body-only. It excels in run-and-gun documentary, event, wedding, and indie filmmaking, while remaining capable for still photography. Its IBIS and unlimited recording made it especially popular for handheld and long-take work.