Panasonic GH5 II Review: Best Camera for YouTube in 2021?

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Tony & Chelsea Northrup review the Panasonic GH5 II, the latest Micro Four-Thirds camera designed for creators like ourselves recording video for KZbin, Twitch, and outside clients. With the new body, we're testing the Panasonic 10-25 f/1.7 lens.
We're SHOCKED with the results. Panasonic's depth-from-defocus (DFD) focusing system has been GREATLY improved, doing a much better job of tracking focus. It wasn't perfect, and it downright sucked in low-light conditions, but it wasn't bad... and in many ways it's actually superior to the phase-detect autofocus system in the Sony a7S III.
We also test the sensor stabilization (also known as IBIS), the autoexposure, and more!

[@jasam123]

Remmber this is the guy who told m4/3 is dead.

[@syharold]

Well, on another video, he did say that the GH6 would probably be the last m4/3 panasonic is releasing. From that video, I can see how it could be. Thing is, people are just opting for the sony option and with the a7C body, it can well look like it (if you don't consider price a factor)

[@pyotrpig]

yep, gh5 mk 2 is clearly a stillborn.

[@youknowwho9247]

If the existence of this mark II isn't a clear sign to you that he was right about MFT being on the way out, you know nothing about economics. This is an obvious attempt at milking a cash cow without investing anything. A clear indication that the product is at the end of its life cycle.

[@Paul_anderson_creative]

@@youknowwho9247 er... This is an interim upgrade... Have you not seen the GH6 teasers...?

[@youknowwho9247]

@@Paul_anderson_creative I have. A development announcement for an MFT camera that supposedly costs nearly three grand while not containing any new or innovative tech. It certainly confirms they're trying to milk a cash cow and not investing any significant resources into MFT.

[@ChristiaanRoest79]

Good video Tony! Love the new version of the Panasonic GH5 👍

[@BenjaminABoyce]

Thanks for the review, I found it very helpful!

[@quite1enough]

yeah Gh5 II was noisier, but it actually achieved somewhat reliable focus in backlit scene, which is even A7SIII struggled with, that's impressive

[@mirrorlessny]

I was surprised by that, maybe they used smaller/narrow focus area instead of wide

[@DJILLEE]

I have literally never had my a7siii autofocus do that even in darker conditions. I have a feeling it wasnt in wide mode or the box from any of the other modes wasnt over his face. Something was wrong there.

[@mirrorlessny]

@@DJILLEE yea, the only other reason I'm thinking off is maybe he is not illuminated at all, like at 100 ISO maybe he's completely dark? 🤔

[@vlcthefish]

@@DJILLEE Also he's technically off to the left side more in the Sony shot.

[@youknowwho9247]

It wasn't just noisier, it was completely unusable. With noise like that, focus doesn't matter. The footage is trash anyway.

[@wwfera00]

Can someone tell me why when I playback videos on my GH5 II, the aspect ratio is a square instead of a full screen view. Even when I watch them on quicktime or vlc its still showing it as a square view not full screen.

[@jwuman]

Great review, thanks Tony & Chelsea!...My hometown New london, CT has some nice photo spots, that area especially...

[@bjohe6861]

I am really amazed it has included direct streaming to e.g. KZbin. They are really spot on my wish list :)

[@greyspaniard]

Just gotta carry a middle gray card on a lanyard use it to correct WB in post while editing the latest vlog so you can trust AWB /s

[@brysimm404]

Setting manual exposure as a “one man crew” is not necessarily difficult... you just record a test clip of your exact setup (with yourself in the frame), check it and adjust exposure accordingly, then record a test clip again if needed. Auto exposure is dangerous, as is auto color balance - you don’t want those things changing while you’re recording video!

[@robinput6267]

Exactly, saying that these fluctuations in auto exposure is an issue is just silly but that's what you get from "vloggers" who can't be bothered to do anything in manual anymore.

[@johnclay7644]

Good informative review of the new gh5 II.

[@Arthagnou]

Question: because of the size of the capture device is a full frame with the same anamorphic going to have wider visual reach? That is will the same anamorphic lens on a GH5 vrs the S5 see less or more Left to Right?

[@CynthiaInahoro]

Hi, do you by any chance still have the gh4 lens? I broke mine and I can’t afford a new lens at the moment

[@AnsarSohbet]

Kann man per Handy Live-Streaming mit der Kamera machen? z.B. Instagram übers Handy

[@boubnadproduction2902]

Hi. For short movies wish is better GH5s or GH5 ii ?!

[@mirrorlessny]

Wasn't expecting 7:50 I haven't had issues like that with A7S3, it seems to find faces at high iso, was focus area set to Widest in both cameras? AF-C?

[@EugeneYunak]

the scene was heavily backlit, all cameras will have a hard time with it

[@diptiman2008]

Lots of effort put in this video...Best Wishes.

[@angeloregina]

Great video Tony and Chelsea. Gives us how this camera perform for his audience.

[@EspenJohan]

Hi love this channel. I`ve been looking for a camera for a long time. Can you recommend a good relative cheap camera for KZbin. I wanna use it indoor and outdoor. Thank you, greetings from Norway

[@mirrorlessny]

used Sony a6300 is a capable pick

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Check sdp.io/whichcamera

[@chcomes]

if not running round or gimbal... 6100

[@jimfinley9644]

In sports photography would this be able to keep up with the action to a professional standard or would a a7iv be a better option?

[@UXXV]

8:22 - white hot pixel above "a7S" text ?

[@mirrorlessny]

wow nice spot, I notice 6 spots of "dead pixels" on his shirt = 4 white & 2 red, wonder what could cause it

[@Dj0sten]

A thing I don't quite understand about these camera reviews (not this channel in particular) is the extreme emphasis on video autofocus. I don't know a single working professional (not KZbinr, not vlogger) that works paid jobs with autofocus. I don't think I would ever be confident enough in any (video) autofocusing system to just let it go and not think about it, especially during something high-stakes like a wedding or interview. And even if I was filming myself talking to the camera, I feel like I'd be infinitely more comfortable stopping down my lens (even MFT) a little bit and manually focusing it on one spot. If you're really animated you may drift in and out of focus, but for sitting at a desk? I don't see the point. The risk of the camera just shitting itself and losing focus completely, however small, is always there. I understand these gear reviews are for everybody so obviously vloggers and KZbinrs are going to want to know those specs but I feel like these cameras are always knocked hard for shitty video AF even when everything else is great. People buy these GH cameras for a reason, and I feel like a lot of the people that are going to reach for cameras with features like this aren't going to give a shit about something as imprecise as autofocus.

[@zepps46]

Hello Tony&Chelsea greetings from the UK, I have been a follower of your channel for a long time now and enjoyed your videos immensely, I,m in the market for a new camera and torn between the Sony A 7 III and the A 7RIII , what i need to ask is i remember one of your videos in 2018 you mentioned that unless you bought the G master lenses you would not get the best from the 40 megapixel sensor , Now with the great third party lenses Tamron and Sigma would that opinion with these lenses still stand.

[@alantuttphotography]

Very surprised at how positive this review is. Also surprised that there was any situation in which Lumix AF outperformed Sony.

[@greyspaniard]

In Tony’s defense, lol, he did say in a edited in post voiceover that it was worthless in back lit situations in which he very much was in but honestly with a full frame dept of field equivalent of 3.4 on the 10-25mm Summilux it wouldn’t of been hard to rack focus to where he was standing, also stopping down would only make it easier

[@skudcode1739]

hi Tony.... is there any test footage about Using Meike 35mm FF cine lens on GH5. How good is this combo? Can you please throw some insight.... Thanks

[@davidthefat]

Hopefully firmware update announced for the G9 is as good of an AF improvements as the GH5II.

[@robertm3951]

The image processor in the GH5II was upgraded so I doubt it can be done with just firmware.

[@davidthefat]

@@robertm3951 they upgraded it to the processor that the G9 has.

[@robertm3951]

@@davidthefat Everyone is saying that it is the image processor from the S5 which I did not think is the same as the one in the G9.

[@AXYZE]

@@robertm3951 its the same between G9 and S5. GH5 has older one. When they released G9 they said that they are using machine learning for AF, GH5 did not. S5 improvements come from improved model for ML-based AF. I think they shouldnt call it DFD anymore or call it DFD2 to make it clearer which cameras are capable to run machine learning

[@AXYZE]

Yes, it has ML-model from S5 just like GH5 II. Firmware will be released on 8 June.

[@ExploringWorldYouTube]

Hi, congratulations on your interesting video. I am an unfortunate owner of GH5. I would like improved continuous autofocus. I'm sorry but I don't understand well. Does continuous AF work better at 50p than at 25p? ThanksThanks for your advice.

[@LetsGoOutdoors]

I have been shooting with the GH5 since it came out, and would agree the auto-focus is a major issue with this camera. One of my work arounds in the past year has been to use the Panasonic 4K camcorder. It is a great tool for KZbin/Facebook productions. Especially in a one-shooter scenario. The auto focus has never let me down in critical action shots when things are moving fast. That said I just might give the new version of the Gh5 a try. Great review.

[@karlrichards]

Tony you'll probably love the new Panasonic/Leica 25-50 f1.7 that's being released more for portrait shoots. Over the last few years Panasonic have got there stuff together and worked on the autofocus system. I used Sony for years until I came across the g9 with their new firmware last year. But as there's a new updated firmware coming on June the 9th I can only presume it'll get better.

[@misterpimlott6330]

I wonder of lumix can have a firmware for the gh5 autofocus

[@woutschelstraete3393]

Can you check if the GH5 Mark2 is able to output HDMI and USCB while showing the image on the LCD screen? For example with the RS2 and a Ninja V or the Raveneye. Now I'm using the GH5 and as soon as I plug in the HDMI and the usbc the LCD Screen turns black. Would love to hear from you

[@castielvargastv7931]

it does not turn black but you cant record internaly if you record on a ninja

[@GermanViking]

I want to congratulate Chelsea for her acting skills on this epic and effective thumbnail 😅

[@taylornave914]

Hi Tony, i am very satisfied with the camera. As a used item, it works very well and I am able to create excellent news stories with Panasonic GH5 II

[@luwibi]

Is it better than the S5 autofocus? I think GH5 II auto focus is realiable enough for one man crew after watching several videos

[@TerenceKearns]

Easily the best bang for buck - especially when you factor in lens purchases. Micro four thirds will never die. It’s the fast food of lens mounts. I plan on picking up a couple I think.

[@iSpike]

Ordered mine 👍🏻

[@glenwilson7479]

Good to see you have a bit of enthusiasm back with M43. Would be great to see some testing with other M43 lenses like Olympus and sigma 1.4`s to see f the AF works on anything but Panasonic's new lenses.

[@MichaelSchagen]

I think it is good to realize what Tony was doing here. He was testing the camera filming as "casually" as he could i.e. leaving it in auto-everything mode, waving it around and seeing how it performed. If that is your way of shooting, than this is a valid review I guess, but I'm pretty certain most users of the GH series of cameras shoot a bit more deliberate. Most camera's perform a lot better if you put just a bit more effort into it. So it is important to first ask yourself what you want your typical shooting style to be, and then pick the camera that performs best with that shooting style. I don't think an Arri Alexa would have done any better when used like this.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Yeah, it's a review for KZbinrs who generally NEED to use automatic settings because they're moving quickly and on-camera. FWIW Arri Alexa would have done way worse. Doesn't even have AF. If you don't need AF or AE, there's A LOT of great cameras that can get the job done even cheaper.

[@chcomes]

sure but a few days into the new camera it is better to do so than to try changes that will actually worsen the result

[@rokah1391]

The most great feature of this GH5 II , is the live streaming , its just a gh5 renew but the live streaming feature could be really handy . Im an esport videographer , and if i purpose to some teams to (after i have taken my shots of team winning ) i can have any players right in the emotion interviewing in very Good pro quality . You can do a HQ streaming anywhere , wich could be great , for interviews and twitch streamers

[@solutions2exist556]

Tony ... you guys are honest. Honesty and superior knowledge tempered with years of experience places you two in a league of one without equal. Hopefully the GH-6 will move the bar significantly. If it is (GH-6) due at the end of the year, I wonder if this model will see $999.95 as the discount price?

[@mrt5393]

No it won’t. The GH II will be sold alongside the the GH6

[@kellyphillips6884]

Adjust the exposure area being measured and you eliminate most if not all of the exposure fluctuations.

[@mirrorlessny]

+1 great suggestion, thank you

[@BarryMaskell]

Seriously Interest to know if iDynamic was on re pulsing

[@jeevus74]

Im gonna buy the gh5ii and the GH6!

[@Bill-NM]

Does the G9 autofocus = the GH5 II?

[@droneviewvisuals331]

Do you think the GH6 will be better in low light with the new sensor and processor? Will the GH6 be good in low light like the GH5s? Or will there probably be a GH6s coming out later? I hope they give us a GH6 that has good low light and IBIS 🤞🏻

[@AmitSingh-vv6fe]

how about a canon eos rp with samyang rf 14mm 2.8 ?

[@cinematicfilmsstudio8675]

Hello, where is „extrenal teleconverter” function ? In GH5 it was possibility to use ex teleconverter in movies…..why GH5m2 dosent have ?

[@alexsystems2001]

I bought an A7R4 a while back and the trinity of G masters. The experience yielded the most amazing results BUT over time lugging something like the 70-200 with me got annoying and I started finding renewed interest in my GH5 and the 50-200 (100-400 FF Equivalent) I started to appreciate the compact size of the 8-18 and the 12-60 as well as the powerful IBIS which makes a difference in the low light photography and slower shutter speeds. Especially considering when you have 60MP in the A7R4 it doesn’t do as well in low light anyways. Also the ergonomics of the A7R4 and the lack of a fully articulating screen wasn’t that great as well, the menu system wasn’t too bad, it just was a drag it wasn’t touch screen which slowed down changes on the fly. Again the A7R4 was excellent but it just wasn’t the camera I found myself bringing with me. So the GH5II probably isn’t an upgrade consideration for me but I think the GH6 might be a consideration, especially if there is a megapixel bump and these 10-25 faster lenses I think will be amazing too. I can’t wait for the Gh6

[@castielvargastv7931]

i am pleased with the refinement of gh52. i also want the g6 but it will be more xpensive also. the usb charging and 4k60 10 bit is a big one for me as it is what i wished my original gh5 had. for existing gh5 users who dont want to spend gh6 money and dont need 4k 120 the gh52 will be a good replacment for the old gh. i wonder if the gh6 has dual iso, its something i really would like to have

[@LionelAgyeman]

@@castielvargastv7931 you spoke my thoughts. Exactly what i think too.

[@JacobPrater]

Can someobe tell me what lav mic they use

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Sony ECM-W2BT

[@krum81]

Wait for Gh6 or buy gh5 ?

[@mcronfpv8736]

I'm looking forward to see the wifi streaming fonction in action... If you can record at the same time, it might be a real game changer for events/ sports...

[@tonyantoine5823]

Thanks as always for a good quality review Tony! There’s no better Tony out there when it comes to cameras 😉

[@TheFoxwiz]

HA HA HA. New to the internet?

[@pavelxbushmakin7252]

Is there a 180+ degrees lens for MFT? Like Laowa 4mm for APS-C

[@slothlovechunk]

You can get the laowa 4mm for mft and I see some images with the very top and bottom of the circle cut off but some without. So I'm not sure, but it definitely gets the rest of the fisheye projection.

[@castielvargastv7931]

the laowa 4mm works well but i dont use it very often.

[@barryobrien1890]

Nice review. Just goes to show that you really cannot go too far wrong with any of the modern cameras

[@imranalijafar]

How about autofocus on s5 vs gh5 mk 2 auto focus

[@user-qc6tt1bx6e]

I think they both have same result

[@m0nztam0nk]

Its really cool...but a little late...ive switched to sony now and im superhappy with the a7s3 with superb af and 4k 120 AND amazing Photo-IQ with that creamy full frame look... but i love what they are doing here!

[@Trevellian]

The audio is hot. It's been hot in a few of the most recent videos.

[@MarkMcLT]

Tony, your claim that you can't easily use manual exposure solo because you have to step toward the camera isn't really true if you use the Panasonic remote app via WiFi. Easy manual control right in your hand.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

well true, but the last few times I tried to use it, it was inconsistent and frustrating. Plus it slows the whole process down.

[@castielvargastv7931]

yes i always do it with the app

[@TITAOSTEIN]

@@TonyAndChelsea Apparently you have encountered a lot of problems with mft equipment that only you can find. Are you using the equipment inappropriately, or perhaps you lack experience? Maybe you have received damaged items? The Olympus 300mm f4 lens is an example. Now we have another example: GH5 m2. What your bad luck!

[@mcronfpv8736]

i would love to try the 10-25 for my pro work, it's easy to go from a wide angle to a portrait focal lengh, wich is very nice.... But man that size... it's really against the m43 spirit in my opinion. Look at the m43 primes like the laowa 7/5 f2, panasonic 15mm f1.7, olympus 45mm f1.8, they're tiny and the quality is amazing.

[@greyspaniard]

Yeah it’s big but a prime focal Length on a with a moderate zoom range with really practical focal lengths in the range is really impressive. Full frame performance with full frame sizing though

[@michup86]

I've a set of expensive lenses from Panasonic. I use a camera for all-round purposes but mostly still photos. Among them I make a lot of horse jump competition images as my wife is doing it. That's the reason why I considered moving to Olympus ODM EM1 III from Panasonic due to too many ruined photos. Note that I haven't used high-end cameras, as it was GX80/GX85. However, lenses are not as compatible from what I hear. There can be a purple tint, AFC may not work or depending on lenses sometimes it's better to have in body or lense OIS. They will not work with both OIS in synchronous mode, F ring on lenses not supported etc etc. That's why I consider this GH5 II as an alternative to keep the lenses. The reason for this camera is because it is 2nd on dxo sensor rating to Olympus ODM EM1 for sports and low light performance while equal on the other aspects. What is your opinion regarding this camera for some sports still shot? Will AF manage to keep up? Typically for horse jumps I'd use 35-100 f2.8 Panasonic G Vario with Power OIS and most likely between 70--90-150-200mm zoom. I need to make multiple shots of a horse jump and move between places to manage capture multiple jumps within 1-2 minutes. So I've to rely on AF. Also, I often image dogs. Lenses I own: Leica 15mm Leica 42.5mm Panasonic G Vario POIS 12-35mm constant f/2.8 Panasonic G Vario POIS 35-100mm constant f/2.8

[@momchilyordanov8190]

It's a relatively big camera, that has a several handy pro features. I doubt many people buy GH series cameras with the intention to vlog with. The original GH5 had bad AF and still was selling great and widely used around the world. It's a strong indication how important of a feature for a camera like that the AF was/is...

[@BarryMaskell]

Yes There is too much “focus” on AF these days that every missed just how revolutionary these camera are for both Video and Photos

[@ryantang8146]

The Sony full frame system is superior but people tend to forget the cost of the whole system. Those fast glass is expensive and heavy and one GM lens alone can get you a GH5 II and a few quality glass for m43 already and with the improve ibis, you can do a lot more hand held shot where Sony system still struggle to do.

[@castielvargastv7931]

i use my gh5 for everything. for vlogging i use the tiny little 12-32 kit lense from my gx80 or the 15 mm leica 1.7. if i film myself with a tripod i use my olympus pro lenses

[@aeipee13]

I find it insane that I have been watching youtube camera reviews for over 10 years and have never ever even once seen this channel mentioned until today. WTH?

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Wow I can't believe there are photography users who have somehow missed us. Well, good news, we have more than 1,000 videos for you to go back and binge on :D.

[@mirrorlessny]

wow that surprising, Tony & Chelsea been around for a while

[@who2999]

As a filmmaker first who sometimes needs a decent photo workhorse I'm actually really excited about what I'm seeing for the GH6 from today's announcements. Not really going to be a replacement for a full cinema camera or my full frame still cam but damn good compromise between the two. Real gem and decision factor I feel here tho is do you wait for the gh6 or buy an old GH5 as the price drops? I feel like the gh52 will get lost between those two decisions where functionality and go faster stripes come up against practicality and price.

[@castielvargastv7931]

gh5 2 does not get lost. not anyone has the money for a gh6 and not anyone needs 4k120. existing gh5 users who are happy with the original one will be very happy with the new version , espescially as it it cheaper than my gh5 i bought in 2017

[@simianinc]

I’m a Sony shooter now, but in defence of Panasonic, you don’t need to go through the pain of either auto-exposure or being unable to manually adjust by using your phone. I first used their app in 2013 with a GX7 and it’s fantastic

[@77dris]

8:00 That A7SIII AF was completely off. LOL.

[@michelangelodefranchis5374]

the images seem too detailed and contrasted or am I wrong there is perhaps a little too much sharpness, is it not? autofocus looks good or I mean it would be better at 60fps, I think. sorry my english i'm italian :)

[@castielvargastv7931]

mft cameras are sharper than full frame in general. its because they have more pixel density. some like it some dont. if its to sharp to you you always can make it a bit softer in post.

[@rohithkumar2086]

Make a video about stacking and increasing dynamic range,i mean how you made " Halloween moonrise " 20 stops Dynamic range IMAGE.

[@paulinefollett3099]

Nice to see some of Connecticut.

[@TerenceKearns]

The most intuitive menu system is Blackmagic Design 😆

[@misterpimlott6330]

I know with my lumix fz1000 the auto focus sucked! So I tweeked it and it never lost focus after that

[@goto032492]

6:38 That is probably just a pre-production firmware issue? The gh5 has MP4 (LPCM) which supports the Variable Frame Rate.

[@billyblue689]

The live-streaming is a game changer.

[@chirag4]

yes

[@oliveribanez]

it's useless at home since you actually want to use programs like OBS for overlays, etc or even Streamyard. It's only useful if you're somehow outside and absolutely need to stream. But even then, you could just stream from your Iphone and not have to carry a camera around etc.

[@billyblue689]

@@oliveribanez there is a huge market for mobile streamers who need something more capable than a phone. Church events, amateur sports, wedding and event videographer, company promotional events, party events, irl streamers, etc.

[@mattwruff]

You think it a better deal than say the APC- Fuji XT4?

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Yeah I'd rather use this. The XT4 just never autofocused well in video and the exposure does really weird jumps (at least the last we tested it).

[@mattwruff]

@@TonyAndChelsea Thanks!

[@ryantang8146]

Love both of your contents and have been following you guys for years. I am happy that you like the new GH5 mark ii but I am getting confused from your reaction. You mentioned there won’t be a future with the m43 system a while ago and if that’s the case, why would you still wholeheartedly recommend a camera system which has no future or have you changed your position or view towards m43 ? As a internet influencer, I really think you need to be responsible for what you have said and if you change your position, you should mention it. It is ok to change your opinion based on circumstances. We all can be wrong? We won’t be mad at you. Olympus did exit the camera industry but they are still here and that 150-400 pro lens is selling faster than they can make it which explains that the demand for m43 equipment is still here. Wouldn’t it too immature to declare this system dead ? Again, love your contents. Not trying to pick fight or anything. Just my observations.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I haven't changed my predicitions about the future of the M43 system. I still believe it will be a dead-end around 2013. I predicted the release of the GH6, but also predicted that there wouldn't be a GH7. I predicted Olympus exiting the camera business. If you listened to me, you had advanced warning, whether you decided to switch or stay, it's nice to know what's going to happen. Right now this really is the best option at that price point, for people who require video to two card slots and unlimited recording time. If Canon or Sony made something similar, the strength of the platform would probably shift my recommendation. JIP not being able to manufacture enough zoom lenses just isn't a good measure of the health of the overall MFT infrastructure going forward. Doesn't really matter; we'll see how it unfolds over the next couple of years.

[@TheFaustianMan]

@@TonyAndChelsea But JIP isn't manufacturing the lens. Sigma is.

[@ryantang8146]

@@TheFaustianMan where did you get that information from ? But it does make sense since this lens is made in Japan and I don’t think Olympus has a production line in Japan anymore.

[@jay4627]

Wow an actual fair take for an M4/3 system?

[@jay4627]

@@JeffBourke I guess that makes sense if true

[@FourKnown]

Surprised too- I thought Tony was a M4/3 hater?? This was actually an interesting review except for the blurry last part...

[@tallicarule1991]

What a great review, nice and balanced with pros and cons

[@StreetCinema942]

Hi guys, thanks for this great channel: Can you get in touch with Panasonic please? I emailed but they never replied. I still prefer the regular GH5 over the 2 other models. Because of it's physical sensor stabilisation, which is simply great! I asked about the GH5S upgrade (1st of July '21) and the upgrade of the "REC indicator function" The bigger onscreen indicator displays that you are actually recording video. The blinking little red dot sometimes gives me the chills if I forgot to press record. It seems Panasonic stopped upgrading the GH5. Thanks for letting us know.

[@garypranzo9334]

I hate auto exposure for any camera I ever used but I am always behind the camera.

[@byndthevrtxchnnl.8108]

Is that a Funko Pop Tony? I want it😆...

[@penergrastmanilow8731]

There is only one important thing - time limit for recording video. If like the GH5, it doesn't have any, it is the best video camera. Before the apocalypse, I was doing mainly event photography. Videographers were all with GH5.

[@billschannel1116]

I cannot use a camera with a time limit. I always cringe when I suddenly realize I've invested my time watching a review to find out its a deal breaker. I cannot believe that this is and was ever a thing. A camera with software or thermal limits? That's crazy.

[@GPadugan]

Are you holding a ghost? I thought MFT was dead?

[@soumiksen]

I notice frame drops intermittently…. While focusing on himself and the wife and then when next to the green benz while zooming .. not sure if this is a video edit issue or within camera. If within camera then can be fixed by firmware updates

[@BarryMaskell]

The GH5 II is a game changer especially as a wifi camera

[@castielvargastv7931]

yeah this feature is amazing. live streaming without computer . its crazy and wonderful

[@DigitalResultsTV]

Hi Tony. You obviously haven’t seen the Panasonic DMW-XLR1. It’s a dual XLR Microphone Adapter for the hot shoe that’s powered from the camera battery and transmits the audio through the hot shoe directly onto the recording. www.panasonic.com/au/consumer/lumix-cameras-video-cameras/camera-accessories/accessories/dmw-xlr1e.html This Panasonic Microphone Adapter has been out for many years, works flawlessly with Lumix G series and S series cameras. It provides external physical audio recording controls and the camera’s audio menu controls change automatically when it’s on the hot shoe. The adapter has a cold shoe on top of it and can hold a shotgun mic. But for a wireless mic input I love to use Sennheiser’s AVX with their little “puffer” sized XLR receivers plugged into the adapter for perfect self-adjusting wireless audio with no cables anywhere. en-au.sennheiser.com/camera-wireless-lavalier-microphone-system-set-avx-mke2 I think it’s important for viewers who have watched your experience and comments related to using a Sony wireless mic product on the camera should know that Panasonic has a product that provides an excellent solution for getting high quality audio in, powered by the camera battery, with 3rd party mic options. Thanks for the early review of the camera. I’m keen to see if Panasonic releases a firmware update that will bring my trusty GH5 up to the same autofocus performance.

[@PhilThach]

Sunstar was nice. I think I'd still rather use an R6 or even a Z6 with a UURig mirror in hot-shoe. (you guys should test the Z6 (not even the ii) for video. Using an off-camera mic like the rode wireless go, the Z6 is pretty great even with adapted F mount glass like the 24-70 or 14-24 2.8s. Still, I applaud Panasonic for improving their focusing and you two for making this fun video.

[@PhilThach]

Oh, I'm going to go ahead and answer the question in the title. No. :)

[@PhilThach]

Funny thing, even though I own both of the cameras I mentioned in my comment above, I still vlog most often with my old canon M50 and its kit lens. It just works and is much smaller and lighter. I have to use 1080p with that camera and the bokeh isn't nearly as good but it's worth it for the size and weight advantage.

[@castielvargastv7931]

does your r6 or nikon do 4k60 10 bit internally? without time limit ? is the system as cheap? does they have shutter angel and all those film maker features the gh5 has? if not your comment makes no sense at least not to users who want a camera that can do all these things.

[@PhilThach]

@@castielvargastv7931 personally for vlogging, I think most people would want footage that is great straight out of the camera without a bunch of grading involved. I don’t think vloggers care too much about 10 bit video. I know I personally don’t. But I could easily be wrong. Also, can you imagine a vlogger doing a single clip that lasts longer than 30 minutes? Yeah, neither can I. So, with all that in mind, I stand by my statement. Maybe for some other sort of video work, but this video was about vlogging.

[@artistjoh]

Those of us who are G9 users are not surprised by this significant improvement in AF. The G9’s AF has worked really well for me. The GH5 is better than the G9 in many video situations, but the G9 is a better stills photography camera. I have been intending to purchase a GH5S this year, and So I hope a Mark II of that camera gets released in coming weeks. If it doesn’t happen I will have to seriously reconsider if the GH5 Mark II might be a better option. When first leaked a lot of KZbinrs fell into the talk before thinking category, but those who are actually using it are showing that it is a fabulous and worthwhile upgrade over the older model. I suspect it was originally slated to be released last year, but the pandemic and chip shortages meant that it was delayed until now.

[@nerdMike]

The G9 2.4 firmware on June will bring also S5 algorithm and faster AF readout. 👍 Great camera

[@artistjoh]

@@nerdMike Excellent. Yes the G9 is a superb camera and often underrated here on KZbin. Until the Mark Ii update I have considered it as generally better than the GH5 except for unlimited recording and shutter angle. The AF on the G9 has been a huge advantage. Now the GH5 will either match the G9 or better it. The G9 firmware update in June that you mention will be welcome. However, I am unaware of any updates for the GH5S and that is the one I would really like to see a Mark II version being released. I suspect, however that the GH5 gets a Mark II because it is intended to continue to be sold as a budget line after the release of the GH6 premium line and that the GH5S will cease production around that time and be totally replaced by its GH6 “S” version.

[@nerdMike]

@@artistjoh gh5s will receives same AF algorithm afaik so it's very good 🤓 let's see

[@cyberwarfare9118]

It's working well because they're shooting in 60p. The AF starts to fall apart at lower frame rates.

[@rudolfabelin383]

Maybe. I know that the GH5 II at 24 fps now reads out the sensor for AF at twice that speed, ie 48 fps. I don't think GH5 had that?

[@fuglbird]

The GH5 Mark II looks good. The auto focus was really bad on the camera you used for recording the intro.

[@jerrygibson5767]

I've always heard that when it comes to shooting quality video... the best auto focus available on any camera is like trying to walk with a rubber crutch. Just use your iPhone or a gopro for vlogging but for shooting any worthwhile footage on a dslr everyone usually agrees that real pros stay on manual focus. Why would anyone use training wheels on a Harley? Most of the really expensive cinema cameras don't even have auto focus. I am sure you guys know all this but it seems like you choose to spend a lot of time regarding a basically trivial concern (auto focus) besides many of today's youtube videos are reaching such a pro level that any unintended random focus hunting looks subpar. I simply wish you had spent less time focusing on "auto focus" in this video and given more attention to comparing the other new attributes of the Gh5 mark 2 with Sony and Canon dslrs near the same price point. I know you touched on a few other things like iso but your brevity on subjects like 10 bit recording make me wonder if you may be Canon or Sony snobs... Ha! Other than that I love you guys and really enjoy your videos! You are great teachers and are really a lot of fun to watch! I have learned a lot of great stuff from you, Thanks!

[@terrylarkin690]

Chelsea that lens strap across the front of the lens doesn't work well.

[@ScottsReviews]

I’m laughing because I noticed the same thing I was about to say something even though the whole point is this to be a fake vlog.

[@eszeezee6967]

My amateur tip for sharp focus when recording myself. Put my camera on a tripod. Use another tripod, place on the spot where I will be standing in front of the camera. Extend it up to my eye level . Set my camera on manual. Focus on that tripod's ball head or whatever you call it. Press record. Take over that other tripod's spot and start talking about whatever I want to talk about. And I'm using a 7 Yr old Lumix camera. I don't blame my camera for its poor auto focus. It just means, I have to think of a work around.

[@mr.j5526]

"Open year round" "Sorry we're closed"

[@thatsreallyamoon]

I'm definitely more excited for GH6. Incredible specs. I can't believe internal 4K60 10 bit? Nuts!

[@castielvargastv7931]

you mean 4k120 for the gh6 in 10 bit.?the gh52 does 4k60 in 10 bit.

[@thatsreallyamoon]

@@castielvargastv7931 oh yeah I meant the second part for the GH5II lol. But I am still more excited for GH6 because it's even more insane than the 5II. The price is a tricky thing though. It's $1000 off of the A7Siii (for which I have lens already), whereas I got rid of all my M4/3 lenses. Hmmmm

[@castielvargastv7931]

@@thatsreallyamoon in a perfect world we all had sony a1 but in the real world i would be very happy if i can afford a gh6😆😆. I Have many mft lenses tough.

[@thatsreallyamoon]

@@castielvargastv7931 I'm sure you'll have it some day. Even if it takes a while after release. I mean look at the GH5, how long did it take everyone else to catch up? Some companies still haven't caught up lol. The GH6 will be the second king for a long time.

[@perilthecat]

Did you guys… contrast… the AF between 24p and 60p?

[@professionalpotato4764]

If they shot in 24p the whole video would have been out of focus and they wouldn't get the paycheque.

[@castielvargastv7931]

@@professionalpotato4764 lol you talk crap. gh5 owner here and i alway use 24 p with no problems

[@professionalpotato4764]

@@castielvargastv7931 Sure, f/2.8 (ff f/5.6)is way to easy to focus. Try f/1.4 or faster for ff equivalent AF performance.

[@castielvargastv7931]

@@professionalpotato4764 i use olympus 1.2 pro lenses.. no problem.

[@professionalpotato4764]

@@castielvargastv7931 Then that explains even more, because DFD only works with native Panasonic lenses. With Olympus lenses you're using the base contrast detect algorithms which is far far far smoother and less hunting. GH5 has always performed very well with non-Panasonic native lenses e.g Sigma f/1.4 primes. But people want to use native lens.

[@ItzSi]

They fixed the AF!!! Finally! …..(sortve)

[@manilamartin1001]

I'm a Panasonic shooter and looks like I am moving up! Watch out boys

[@AoyagiAichou]

Last I checked, FF sensor aren't getting more light at the same (not equivalent) aperture. They're just much better at ISO performance at the same sensor resolution so they can ramp it up without noticeable noise or other degradation in quality. That's why 1.7 for MFT isn't any smaller than 1.7 for FF. The lenses just focus all the (same) light to a smaller area (and thus need to be much sharper).

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Check sdp.io/crop. It's the difference between light intensity and total light.

[@AoyagiAichou]

@@TonyAndChelsea Well yes, I don't think that contradicts what I said. The amount of light going through the lens is the same at the same aperture. That's why exposure is the same regardless of crop factor (as you show in your own crop factor video). A 1.7 doesn't "become" a 3.2. It has DoF of a 3.2, that's it. ISO performance is purely photosite size thing (if the underlying technology is the same). That's why the GH5S is a low-light beast (in MFT terms) with the same ISO performance as the S1R. Well, that and its dual ISO.

[@castielvargastv7931]

@@AoyagiAichou an 1.7 is an 1.7 but a ff sensor still gathers more light. its four times the size more room for light.

[@AoyagiAichou]

@@castielvargastv7931 That, apparently, is what makes some of the lenses expensive. Light from MFT lenses is focused on a smaller area so naturally it's more difficult to make them as sharp as FF lenses. Light gathering is still a pixel size thing though, not sensor size.

[@castielvargastv7931]

@@AoyagiAichou mft lenses are sharper. They have to, as the small sensor has higher pixel density. I recently sa w a s5 and gh5 comparison and the gh5 looked much sharper.

[@VirtuosityToniLekic]

Why don't they put internal ND's!(?) into it! Would be biggest selling point without a doubt!

[@mirrorlessny]

I hope high end cameras will get eND in near future, maybe Panasonic S1Hii will have it

[@BarryMaskell]

NDs are a personal preference - you can be sure someone won’t be happy with the supposed NDs ie colour shift etc and it would add cost plus there is no room between the sensor and the mount to do an ND system (that’s what the micro in micro FT means ) one of the biggest features withMFT is the ability to add a speed booster and use any type of lens and have the same field of view and bokeh

[@VirtuosityToniLekic]

@@BarryMaskell yeah.. but if Blackmagic can.. why not Panasonic.. at least one version of GH with ND's... I think that would be a bestseller.

[@chcomes]

gh6, apparently

[@castielvargastv7931]

@@VirtuosityToniLekic blackmagic is cinema camera. gh5 is a hybrid camera. i can use my gh for everything , i cant with a blackmagic.

[@jakpol67]

why should i like the video when i'm tired of the pollen? Chelsea can't even see me. Many greetings from Germany. i like your competent videos. Jakob Pollen 🤓😉

[@jordanlin4437]

One of the main reasons why the AF is working so well in this video is because you guys shoot in 4k 60, as the AF is noticeably slower and less accurate in 4k 24 or 30. Check DP Review's video to see that comparison.

[@castielvargastv7931]

my original gh5 works well in 25but i use 50p anyway. you can do slowmo and why not using something other cameras dont even have? and no 24p does not look more pleasing to me.

[@ytr8989]

Why is everything closed?

[@TonyAndChelsea]

A lot of stuff opens up on Memorial Day.

[@VynZography]

The menu on my G80 was great! Why did they change it!

[@castielvargastv7931]

more functions need space.