10 reasons to buy the Panasonic G9 in 2020!

[@jayclas4023]

You can also adjust the linear and non linear focusing for lenses which isn’t on the GH5. This is a beast of a camera!

[@Stone1108]

I can vouch for the G9 stills, it's a pretty amazing camera for that and now with the latest firmware update the video, is apparantly pretty amazing too. People still poke at the Af but hey that's old news, the AF is a good match for anything out there and better than some (Yes I shoot with a couple of other big names too). If anything the G9 is over spec'd, great value and the lens choice is vast.

[@PostColorGear]

Couldn't agree more. 🙂

[@FlyByFrancis]

I bought a used Lumix G9 for about $750. SUCH GREAT VALUE!

[@Fretboard_Frenzy]

Amazing camera. Wanting to buy it, since 3 years. Finally, I'm going to have it this year!

[@baqcasanke]

I just purchased a G9, should come in the mail any minute now. Super excited, can't believe they added 4k 10bit internal on a 1000$ camera. Canon on the other hand has 1800$ cameras that have cropped 4k modes or other huge limitations. I'm leaving Canon. I've hated it ever since i bought my m50

[@PostColorGear]

Yeah I also left Canon many years ago. The competition offered a lot more for the same price, or less! You'll enjoy the camera. I love mine.

[@baqcasanke]

@@PostColorGear im so excited im literally waiting by my front door for the fed ex to show up with my G9. I do adventure film making mostly and the G9's iBIS + weather sealing + 4k 10bit internal is a game changer. the canon m50 just lets me down every time i take it to go film

[@OutRAjious]

the panasonic colours are some of the best

[@neonbirding2680]

I agree. For that, reason, I shoot in the morning and evening outdoors as well as twilight for straight out the camera 4K. The G9 seems to bring out the best look for the animals I video. Thus, I can't put myself up to color grading them. But then, seems color grading is a trend finding it's way into wildlife video.

[@MrNyuntshwe]

Do you still think G9 is a great camera in 2022? What camera is a better option to choose than G9 at around a thousand dollar price? Thank you very much for your lucid advice about G9.

[@Marleydia]

I own the G9 and am a new to photography. Struggling with the autofocus options and advanced settings for nature/bird photos. Would love to see more video on the G9 settings.

[@ps-ri2qk]

Search for the Pangolin wildlife channel, they don't use m43 cameras; but the logic is the same for the tips/tricks. Lots of great examples, I also have the G9.

[@mantiq7768]

Can you do a full guide to the G9. All the numbers for video recording are confusing and you gave a great way of explaining. Perhaps you can demonstrate the difference? For photos, show us how to get the best out of the settings. Thanks!

[@PostColorGear]

I want to! Keep an eye out!

[@moroccanwonders6234]

Just ordered mine today... With a panasonic 100-300mm Mii

[@PostColorGear]

I have that lens. I love it. Perfect price/performance/value combination!

[@wedopowersports]

Can you run the camera with battery banknor just charge? I'm looking at this vs the new Canon r10 mainly for 422 10 bit video... I'm so torn between the two

[@petreskyfilms]

Since I'm about to order one, could you tell me what the "right lenses" are to pair with the G9 for maximum benefit of image stabilization? I was considering the Leica 12-60 f2.8 and the Leica 50-200 f2.8 - 4. Will be using the camera for both photos and video. Thanks!

[@kwchalky02]

The G9 is a brilliant piece of kit. So many great attributes. Don't think you mentioned the high definition composite mode or the fantastic ergonomics, but I might have missed it. The only real negative is the continuous autofocus system when used for video. (For some types of photography the autofocus is excellent). When it comes to value for money, I don't think there is anything that comes close. 🙂

[@PostColorGear]

Yes, I was more focused on the video side of things. And the ergonomics are the best out of any camera I have personally used. I may create a follow-up video outlining those features too!

[@Princeton_James]

Excellent video. I just got my A7IV. For photos it'll slaughter my G9, but for photos with adequate lighting and all the features you mentioned it still is one of my favorite cameras. So much of the glass is excellent as well.

[@PostColorGear]

Thank you. I can't talk myself into selling it. I do have a second camera but I love owning this one too!

[@SinEscalasTV]

Hi! what is the maximum bitrate in Full HD? You can’t to send a screenshot? Thanks

[@PostColorGear]

100mbps

[@marksawatzky5356]

Excellent, excellent points I still use my G7 sometimes as a 5th camera

[@Bencopland1]

The G7 is still a beast of a camera even in 2020

[@allanbacani]

Lol

[@unbroken1010]

How about you give alway one of those cameras

[@garybrown9719]

Im sell my fuji x-t3 and lenses cause i just bought a g9 with lenses Also have an Olympus em1 can't wait to compare the 2

[@Moongaze_]

A month later, your verdict? How does it compare to your XT3 and Olympus I'm new to photography and thinking of getting the G9 in few weeks myself

[@dmitrypavlov872]

The same , month ago sold fuji x-h1. I prefer panasonic g9 last 2 years.

[@Moongaze_]

@@dmitrypavlov872 Thank you, it really seems like a good choice for the price.

[@dmitrypavlov872]

@@Moongaze_ , many Fujifilm owners happy twice when bought Fuji and when sold Fuji. Olympus nice cameras, but a little stupid menu take time to understand.

[@Moongaze_]

@@dmitrypavlov872 Great info. I also heard Fuji cameras are a big learning curve for beginner photographers like myself (too many buttons). I'm glad you finally found a Camera you were comfortable with The Fuji XT3 would have been my first camera if not for the in-camera focus/stabilization issues, which for a beginner photographer like me was a big turn off.

[@Luddd78]

Can you make a movie regarding best settings for autofocus egen filming moving objects.

[@PostColorGear]

Yes, sounds like a good idea!

[@Luddd78]

Lovely!

[@wtfkurtis]

not too many are aware if it's not vlogL, the G9 has 10 stops or less of dynamic range for video. The G9 maybe built nice with features but the DR is pretty weak for stills.

[@Clickumentary]

I subbed you for your fine work on casting 3d text shadows in Fusion, and then low and behold you're talking up my camera! Funny enough I bought mine shortly after you dropped this vid. I had the S5 on pre-order w/B&H but got cold feet after seeing so many horrible AF issues and didn't want to start investing in L glass for now. The G9 is really my fav camera now.

[@PostColorGear]

Mine too. I want to get a second one!

[@kristijanfranjoivancic6769]

How about the 1:1 format? have you tried using it for landscape in 1:1 format?

[@PostColorGear]

Photos in the 1:1 format? No, I have not. I usually just shoot at the full resolution aspect ratio.

[@colinthecameraguy]

I shoot all my photos in 4:3 (in RAW) as this uses the the entire sensor and then I will often crop to 1:1 in editing. This isn’t that drastic because you are only going from 4:3 to 3:3

[@sdhute]

The options are amazing compared even to Fujifilm the g9 does alot more

[@unbroken1010]

Uh2? Can I still use a regular sd card? I uses mostly micro sd with a adapter

[@techgat3keeper879]

Is this camera good for landscape / long exposure photography?

[@PostColorGear]

It is!

[@eltinjones4542]

I've a GX9 and am thinking of buying the G9 and some decent Lumix lenses. Would I be wasting my money?

[@PostColorGear]

Not at all. The G9 is still my favorite camera. And definitely an upgrade from the gx9. I can't recommend it enough.

[@voltvisuals]

Nice studio setup. Was this filmed on the g9? Looking to buy it once prices drop because of covid

[@PostColorGear]

Thank you! And yes, all the shots of me were filmed on the G9 and a (25mm 1.7 lens)

[@bradstoops8862]

Thanks for the review. Much appreciated as I contemplate getting the G9. For almost $300 less, I can get a new Canon EOS RP direct from Canon ($997+tax for the G9 body, $720+tax for the Canon RP body). As a hybrid shooter (stills + video), how much do you think the G9 has to offer to compensate for it being a MFT sensor compared to a much cheaper Canon full-frame?

[@PostColorGear]

stabilization. and probably frames per second. (I would have to compare them side by side) - it really is all about preference. That price for an RP isn't bad, at all. I picked up the G9 as a hybrid shooter myself because of the 20fps, the 4k 60fps in video, etc.

[@bradstoops8862]

@@PostColorGear Thanks. Are you happy with the image quality on stills despite the MFT sensor?

[@PostColorGear]

@@bradstoops8862 I am. It will get noisy once you reach 8000 ISO. I've done some tests and it doesn't really start to deteriorate until 20000 ISO. However, in dark scenes, the RP would do better. It all depends on what you plan on shooting/filming.

[@mynoo95]

thank you for the information 👍

[@PostColorGear]

Do you have a Panasonic G9? If so, what do you love most about it??

[@cube_view]

Is the 120p any good, and is it available in full manuell mode?

[@kristijanfranjoivancic6769]

Thanks! Please when possible, if possible to add 5 reasons for shooting in 1:1 format with this FANTASTIC MTF camera. Thanks again!

[@ShawnZiemba]

I'm looking at the g9 at $998 but the gh5 is going for $1300 right now. For a mix of video and stills, do you have any suggestions on which to buy given the price points? Especially after the firmware update for the g9... Thanks!

[@PostColorGear]

@@ShawnZiemba I'd lean more towards the G9. The GH5 DOES have features that the G9 doesn't but owning the G9, I haven't felt compelled to buy the GH5 at all. The extra features, which aren't important to me, aren't worth the extra $400.

[@9adriano21]

Reliability, never overheat or had an issue what so ever

[@JedidiahHorca]

Great vid. Still looking at a G9 .Always wanted one, but I'm being slowly tempted by Full Frame Cams. Ugh....

[@PostColorGear]

I love mine. Havent been pulled away yet. If anything, I've been peeking at an S5 from Panasonic. But a price to value ratio, this camera is amazing.

[@neonbirding2680]

FF is a very tempting system with all the new manufacturers learning and improving their new mirrorless systems. And IME with the G9 unless you plan on going wildlife and shoot 4K videos with super teles, a FF Mirrorless would be the better option. Consider that Panasonic is the creator of mirrorless, and innovator of mirrorless tech, the S series looks to be a great option. But those long-super-tele's will be huge and expensive. Thus, Either would work for wildlife, G9 or FF.

[@jamesrenwick3244]

Webcam limitations. I've read that 60fps limits recording to 10mins ( due to a heat issue ), and 30fps to 30 minutes ( an EU tax restriction ). Is there the same restrictions when used as a webcam ? The GH5 has no time restrictions, so for long ( 1hr/2hr ) broadcasts, I'm guessing the GH5 is better suited.

[@unbroken1010]

Has that been addressed

[@Cubasenet33]

I use my G9 as a webcam, through USB via Camlink 4K. Clean HDMI and no time limits. Not even the battery, as you can feed the camera through the USB port. Incredible value.

[@mikemorley2797]

I believe the g9 can do 4K 10 bit 25/30 frames per second internal but it cannot do 50/60 frames per second internal. Great video my friend.

[@PostColorGear]

You're right. It's only the 60fps at 6K that you need to use the HDMI. Thanks for the kind words!

[@TantraJames]

Great vid. I love my G9. But I've always wondered what the HDMI output was for? How do you use it to record video in 10 bit? Thanks!

[@PostColorGear]

It's for outputting to something that can read and record that signal, such as something from Atomos or the Blackmagic Video Assists. They're nice because its a "win / win". You can record for longer, view a larger screen, and record in better codecs than the camera can record in. They come with a decently hefty price tag, depending on what you're looking at and want to do, but they are absolutely worth it.

[@TantraJames]

@@PostColorGear That's awesome. Thanks man!

[@rawsteaksauce]

Can you shoot with the camera while charging? Thank you

[@PostColorGear]

You can, and I have.

[@rawsteaksauce]

@@PostColorGear awesome, thank you

[@mr.slawomirl.7729]

I wouldn't care less about video features but everything else makes it a great camera for the price.

[@ChristophRapp]

Will buy mine tomorrow

[@PostColorGear]

Great! You'll love it!

[@vitaliyzavadskyy]

Would I be able to use this camera for livestreaming on youtube or twitch?

[@codexan]

Yup

[@allwinz]

I've been thinking about buying the G9 or A6400 for Christmas. I'm still confused. I only take photos. Any helpful advise will be appreciated. Thank you.

[@colinthecameraguy]

I have a G9 and I use it primarily for photography, my GH5 is primarily for video. Whilst Sony make excellent cameras I think you will find that Lenses for the Sony will be noticeably more expensive than equivalent micro 4/3 lenses (of which I own about 10 🤷) also I’m pretty sure that the Video capabilities of the G9 exceed those of the A6400

[@PostColorGear]

I honestly MOSTLY use it for photos. It's a fantastic camera for that

[@Stone1108]

The G9 Has so much going for it, I shoot very little video and even though video is a strong point for the camera the still functionality is extremely good, its a very complete camera and great for every day take it anywhere use (not to big). It would take too long to write a full review based on my experience with the G9 but I've owned mine for two years now and boy does she get some use, great value even at yesterdays prices, she pretty future proof in terms of tech, capability and build.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

@@colinthecameraguy I had an a6400. Then I bought a second one to go with my Sony full frame cameras. I've sold all my gear since then and use the G9. Best camera I've ever used...

[@jonjones3592]

G9 with a Leica 12-60, awesome combination. And highly recommended.

[@Sotangy247]

Great video. Love Panasonic cameras, especially the G9 for video. Have shared a few recent videos on my channel if anyone is interested in seeing more videos with this camera. newly subscribed and looking forward to checking out your other videos.

[@TylerSmith_WX]

saving up my entire summer pay for this camera

[@lawrencep4050]

But it cannot output (recorder) video to external ssd directly. Correct?

[@PostColorGear]

SSD directly? Unfortunately no.

[@spatnaspolecnost]

Curious about that 180fps vs 120 fps slow motion comparison and in camera slow motion option, can you expand on that? Is there a video coming? Thanks

[@PostColorGear]

Yes, I have one other video to post first then I will post that one. The footage just deteriorates the higher the frame rate but I can address that in the video.

[@spatnaspolecnost]

@@PostColorGear cool, just pulled the trigger on the Weebill S + G9 combo! Been waiting around for years to get that sweet 4k60p to 30p slo mo :) Though as far as I heard previously the in camera option to record 60p with the resulting file in 30p half speed should theoretically have a higher bitrate per frame than just slowing it down? If you have any info on that pls touch up on it in the video. Subbed

[@unbroken1010]

Most people won't see the difference

[@kthx1138]

I'm selling my Canon 5D Mark III and use the money to buy this camera!

[@PostColorGear]

Good choice! It's a lovely camera.

[@unbroken1010]

Think about first

[@slspodcast6880]

I don't see 10 bit and all your recording options

[@PostColorGear]

You will need to update the firmware. It didn't come stock with the camera.

[@RodosDay]

the lipsing is not working

[@c-jayjames7316]

Camera too close move back