Should You Buy a LUMIX S1H in 2024?

[@williamtowner1024]

I still have my S1H (And S1) love both of them for what I do. Easy to operate. Good luck with your channel. Been watching for awhile, and you are always informative without the hype. Thank you. Peace.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Appreciate it🙏 definitely excited for the future and will miss my S1H

[@lovefirst6157]

I am so happy to have you back. I was worried about you. I am glad you are in a better space and I am glad that you will posting videos again. Looking forward to all the new fun videos you got coming up. See ya Dustin.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Glad to see you in the comments again. Lots of fun stuff ahead

[@MrJapanforce]

once a Panasonic, always Panasonic. Lumix for ever. Quality matters

[@DineshBhadwal]

The unlimited recording is a must if you want to film concerts or longer interviews. The fan also is a must for longer shoots. The S1H is weather sealed and shoots 5.9k internally. Everything you knew and you still parted with your S1H! But, life is harsh and we need to make choices. I respect your decision and your videos are cool. Subscribed. Thank you.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

If I need an S1H for a gig, I'll just rent one😊 thank you though!

[@NeilFarrimond]

I still have my S1H and do use it a lot but I recently purchased a Sony A7IV as the AF and photo capabilities is what I needed in a single camera. Sony is great quality and fantastic AF, but the S1H does have a lot more pro features and when I need the S1H features I'll still use it. Great to see you back and good luck on the YT creator front!

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Appreciate it🙏 yeah Sony is still great nothing against Sony

[@ChrisFlores22]

Had an s5, was wanting a b cam, got an s1. Loved the s1 over the s5 so I sold the s5. Then I wanted a c cam for weddings and got an s5. Buddy was wanting an s5 and had an s1h so we traded with cash and that’s how I ended up with my s1h. Love it! Recently got a Bs1h and for interviews it’s a killer setup and once both cams are rigged up clients always compliment the cameras. Good luck with YT man!

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

For sure! That's a pretty good trade to be honest. There's like zero people I know that even use S series cameras so ebay is my best friend.

[@A1Bokeh]

I too have a s1 and s5 I feel the same I like the s1 a bit more but I usually take my s5 out with my just cuz the size Bd "weight" and I'll usually use it on a gimbal and what not. The s1h Def was intriguing but I felt like the s1 was pretty good and so close to the s1h. Gonna ve waiting on the new cams from panasonic coming out next year

[@ShellyBHollis]

S1 should be the number one camera out of the bunch.

[@ChrisFlores22]

@@ShellyBHollis it’s definitely a great hybrid camera! Coming from Sony last year to me the s1 is like the a7iii where it does both video and photo very well. Since my business solely focuses on video 95% of the time, the s1h and Bs1h were good upgrades from the s1. To me, if I were a gimbal guy, the s5 would be the move but since I shoot handheld I’d pick the s1 over the s5.

[@ShellyBHollis]

@@ChrisFlores22 definitely on point with your response. I just fell back in love with my camera when I purchased my first anamorphic lens.

[@Lazerbrick1980]

Hey dude, I’m looking into upgrading my camera, I have found a pretty sweet deal on an S1H for 1600, would this be a better value than going for a s5 or s1 with firmware upgrades?

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

That's an insane deal. I think so but that's just me

[@Lazerbrick1980]

@@DustinArmstrongPro Pulled the trigger on it, thanks!

[@charliemcgrain]

I just shot a feature, 30 day shoot, on the S5 into the Ninja. The image is pure poetry, 5.9k all day long, I never had to think about the camera once. But here is my point: I might move up to the S5IIX for just one reason: "redundancy." I shoot indi, I need to travel light and fast to keep the costs down. That said I would never shoot without a monitor, but if the Ninja takes a crap, I have a decent internal codec I can shoot in the S5IIX as back up. Same for the enhanced IBIS, if the Ronan takes a crap. Having back up redundancy is worth paying for.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I think it would for sure be worth it

[@KairuinKorea]

I'm most likely buying an S5 because its basically the quality of an S1H (without all the amazing functionality of the S1H or GH6). But I think there will be a successor within a year or 18 months. So the S5 is basically a place holder to snap up that successor that will probably be incredible.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

That's a lot how I feel and it really is very similar to the S1H. The S1H is just more for professional productions and/or film productions. The S5 will become my B cam more likely when the next camera comes out

[@GarCorStudio]

Just want to say keep up the good work. You will always have supporters and the knowledge you share is invaluable. Also enjoying my S5 with the same 85mm (same deal), and this camera matches well with my Zcam e2s6. Cheers.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Glad you got in on the deal. Although these black Friday deals are also nice for a lot of stuff

[@ZacktheFilm]

I’m currently going between buying a used s1h for $2,000 or waiting for the s5iix to come out and buying it new for $2,200. What do you think is the better option?

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Why not get both? 😈

[@Basisreallycool]

Whatd you end up choosing? I was facing the same dilemna but i went for the s5iix and am very happy with it

[@FilmDat]

Nice to see you back! Good luck on the new stuff. Starting to feel lonely here still owning my S1H 😂

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

There's still plenty of people that own the S1H. Even the S1. But yes the S5 is the big new wave haha

[@KevinLe]

Great video! Funny enough, I've been running & gunning with two S1H's and run multicam productions with six S5's and I've been waiting for the drop of the new S5 mark ii so i can pick up two more S5's for my multicam productions. I love my S1H's to no end, but... I most likely will jump to the Mark II of the S1H if and when that ever drops. I don't blame you for dropping the S1H for the S5. They're lighter, and come with many of the same features as the S1H but at a much lower price point

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Yep you understand. I miss the S1H but yeah I just don't need it. Hopefully Panasonic has something cool coming👀 but I'm a fan of the S5 for sure!

[@Directorvhim]

Dustin, how on earth do you make the footage shaky when zoomed in? I love it.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I bring the clip into after effects, use a tracker on my eyes, then stabilize the motion according to the tracked keyframes. It's my new thing haha

[@Directorvhim]

@@DustinArmstrongPro sounds like a lot of work but it's fire 🔥

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Definitely more work than just a punch in haha

[@KeithsTVHD1]

I still have my S1H and I picked up the FX3 also.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

FX3 is nice

[@vidblancomedia]

love your videos my man,... underrated channel!

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Thank you🙏 I'm glad you like them!

[@ILaxative]

I have the Bs1H and have no lenses. I recently went through the same life thoughts about my career and I want to go Full time KZbin instead of photo and video for others. Just found inhave a baby on the way was even another reason to step into a new chapter in my life. Keep up the good work

[@AnontonioTalesFromtheCrypto]

Another solid video!

[@ForeverLit]

when you zoom or clip in .. what is that effect where the screen moves ive seen this on cellphone dance videos i think

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

It's my new thing. I think it looks kind of cool and more interesting than just punching in every time. I'm just stabilizing the motion of the clip by the movement of my eyes. You do it through after effects

[@ForeverLit]

@@DustinArmstrongPro legendary

[@firehorseweddingphotograph3995]

For KZbin, probably overkill, but otherwise it’s a proper workhorse! Paired with an S5 and a pair of S1R’s for stills 🎉

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Absolutely

[@jonagreyphoto]

Great video! Been following you for a while. Ah man, I’ve been thinking of the same thing with my S1H! I work for a commercial agency so I need timecode/over 30 mins 10-bit but 40% of the time it’s on a Ronin-S gimbal and it struggles. I think it’s too late for me to downgrade to an S5 with it most likely being at the end of its life cycle going into 2023. I’ll play the waiting game until the next S camera is announced!

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

That's definitely an option as well. The timecode sync is better on the S1H I believe as well so maybe not worth it to go to the S5

[@karikaru]

Subbing to help you on your journey, good luck pursuing your new career and better mental health!

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Thank you I appreciate it🙏

[@chloescanlon1107]

I get you, I have an S5 with the Sigma 28-70 f2.8 (amazing lens btw) and the 50mm f1.8. I love my S5 apart from one feature, and every time I use it I get a little grumpier…. That’s the side hinged rear LCD screen. I much prefer the tilt screen as I never film myself and for general filmmaking the tilt screen is way better. I’m hoping when the next iteration on the S5 appears it has the same screen as the GH6/S1H.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Yeah it's crazy how if you want to tilt, just the action of flipping it out then tilting gets a little annoying haha. I hope so as well

[@BenPhanStudios]

I have the exact same setup, love it!

[@FishVisions]

I had an S5 for my outdoor content. Lumix has to have my favorite image of all time, but i needed more reliable AF for my vlogs, so i got a fx30. but once i have the money, i’m literally buying an S1H 😭😂

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Hopefully Lumix announces something soon...🤫

[@thefocalcode]

UHD, 30p 4:2:2 10 bit 400mb All-I, in Full frame. This is why it was expensive and this is why its "netflix bla bla" and it goes for 1600 usd on MPB now, its the best hybrid for the buck atm if you dont mind the absolute unit of a body

[@Relaxonius]

I have my fucking S1H for All....if you need something, u have it in S1H. Only for travel vlogging it's a little bit heavy.

[@SolutionsUnboxed]

Cool talk. I just got the s5 you’re right pano must have something new coming, even the s5 is getting old there will be an update soon

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I think so too

[@TolgaBedirVideos]

S1h dynamic range is still better than all other lumix cameras if gh7 wont have 16 stop. When I change Panasonic camera lut to Arri lut on fcpx in the video settings, so S1h can handle it easly, but when I try this with Gh5s it works but not like S1h. Also you can use real industrial cine/aramorpich lenses on s1h, because it has pl mount, like arri cameras. Gh7 can use arri log but camera is small for bigger cine lenses. I bet s1h camera has more ability, of course updates depends on Panasonic. But its definitely not like the lumix Gh series.

[@ForeverLit]

my s1h produces amazing quality but i want auto focus.. 120p .. full frame... pana should have been sent and update ,, sony been calling my name if the fx6 had ibis or even digital in camera stab id ship now... c70 to soft looking its 2023 ... where is the eva 2 ???

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Can't have everything it seems🤷‍♂️

[@ForeverLit]

@@DustinArmstrongPro canon c70 almmmmmmmsooottt did I just feel the footage I’ve seen looks dated.. internal nds its really the one. Catalyst browse for FX6 just depends if you want to do the post production.. im holding on to my S1H praying they send a big brother or some help soon lol

[@dawgcanjumphigh]

I have the Lumix GH6. That thing costs very similar to the S1H. A ton of codecs on the GH6. I make workout videos, which needs the fans in it to keep it cool. I could be doing 40 minute videos on the GH6, that fan becomes useful. The quality of the videos are crystal clear. Way better than iPhones or any other smartphone for that matter.

[@mathiaskildedal]

S1H is double the price of the Gh6?😂

[@sliceofmymind]

Should you buy an S1H? Yes and No. I love my S1H and it is my A cam to my GH6. The footage still rivals any camera on the market but it is overkill for just YT. I am hoping Panasonic releases a new version with 4K120 (NOT CROPPED) but I wouldn't change anything else.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Yep very well put. I am definitely excited for what Panasonic has cooking. Lots of rumors floating around

[@tangibleplanetvisualmedia1138]

S5ii was just announced, to anyone watching this, wait for that, and the S1Hii is probably coming very soon.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I'd say it'll be 2024 before we see a S1H II but I have no idea

[@Toxzic2289]

Can you recommend a camera for beginners?

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

What's your budget?

[@JeffBourke]

I don’t own either camera but i shoot 4k60 (8 bit only) on a GH5s bought used for $1000. With the S5 the crop basically makes it MFT.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Not really. APS-C is 1.5x crop. MFT would be equivalent to 2.0x crop

[@JeffBourke]

@@DustinArmstrongPro doesn’t the S5 crop in when your shoot 4k60 though?

[@raksh9]

The S5 corps 1.5x in 4K 60p, but lower framerates like 24p are in full sensor width. Micro Four Thirds is 2x crop, or in the case of the GH5S, 1.8x crop. The video quality of the S5, even in aps-c mode, is better than the GH5S. Dynamic range is higher, colors are better, and high ISO performance is better.

[@syharold]

Dude, hang in there! Whatever you do, I'm sure your gonna do well. And yes, was wondering what happened to you for the past 8 months..

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I'm still here back on the grind😏

[@syharold]

@@DustinArmstrongPro I wonder if that trip to Japan revitalized you! that plus the 4 lenses haha. Do you still have a 24-70 2.8?

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

@Ai Chi I was before then but that was just a bonus haha. I do still have the 24-70mm

[@tvbeatsthenightmareking7984]

Did you know about the phase AF coming to Panasonic?

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

🤫

[@neulandlotse]

On KZbin, you really do not need a full-frame camera. So a GH6 with open gate could be e better option in my opinion.

[@nicodraxler4950]

I got a S5 and S1 (with log). Only really used the s5, the one time i wanted to use the S1, battery was dead.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

The S1 is close to the S1H now but it's just bigger more bulky than the S5

[@nicodraxler4950]

The S1 is great for big lenses like the Sigma 105 1.4, otherwise i prefer the S5 ♥

[@quiztasiarocks]

S1H ii with internal nd’s, IBIS, and PDAF and I’m sold.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Would be nice!

[@ShellyBHollis]

Honestly the S1 is the sleeping giant in the S series. It's my favorite

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

This is true. Ever since all the firmware updates I've kind of forgotten how much better it is

[@ruff1draft]

Dustin when the Panasonic S1H Mark 2 comes out the Panasonic S1H will go down to the price of a brand new Panasonic S1

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

If one comes out yes. But yeah that is a possibility

[@AoyagiAichou]

With the S5 and the GH6 out, the S1H is a harder sell, but it still definitely has its place for film making. Not content KZbin is generally interested in I think.

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

GH6 is also one to consider. Least not content they're as interested in anymore. Definitely more interested in a more affordable camera

[@LonzosStudios]

all my S1H guys are now gone sad day on KZbin, sad day...

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I'll always be a S1H user at heart though❤️

[@markjob6354]

*Dustin ! I simply am blown away that you sold your S1H ! 🤔😳The S5 is no equal of an S1H. 👀*

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

It's no equal correct. I just don't need all the features on the S1H anymore so I felt it was in my best interest to down grade, buy the S5, and get a few extra lenses

[@markjob6354]

@@DustinArmstrongPro ???????

[@JeffBourke]

Also the FX30 now available - unlimited recording 4k60 10 bit APSC. I think the FX30 is a better buy.

[@chloescanlon1107]

No viewfinder is a killer for me, I use the viewfinder on my S5 so much for different applications.

[@DineshBhadwal]

The reason Sony mirrorless cameras sell is aggressive marketing and autofocus, which is what youtubers need. If you are filming narrative (both fiction and non-fiction), the Sony's are a joke. I have been with Sony for more than a decade and since I cannot pay for the Venice, I am thinking of buying an S1H instead. The S1H is a professional cine cam. Period.

[@JeffBourke]

@@DineshBhadwal the control Sony (and other companies) put on the camera shill channels is, I agree, despicable. AF is so usefull to me though and so is 4k60.

[@JonackFilm]

I just purchased the S1h yesterday :)

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

NOICE. Black Friday deals are pretty nice on Panasonic stuff right now ngl

[@JonackFilm]

@@DustinArmstrongPro i got it for 2350€ from a retailer, it was a used model. i looked new and it was only used for like 6k shutter uses. very good deal i think

[@creativegreats]

S1h has flicker free does the s5?

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I don't think flicker free exists. It all comes down to the shutter speed and depends on the lights on the environment

[@theshortlist]

Plain S1 is my choice !

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Hardly plain with all the firmware updates now

[@theshortlist]

@@DustinArmstrongPro i've bought it in sale, the day they announced the big firmware update... a steal ;-)

[@ParkerVVII]

I so love that lens

[@Jonbonyjones]

S1h is a true beast 🌌👽

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I agree

[@ChroniclesofGhoul]

LUMIX, give us the S1H II for the love of god!

[@ohshowproductionsllc]

More importantly, is there a darn tick box on the S5 that won't go away? LOL!

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

I will rue the day

[@rickyang9930]

We can wait for the S5 mk2x in 2023

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

New year. New phase......

[@ohshowproductionsllc]

It's because of that damn tick box! You just had to get rid of it! LOL

[@WalkAwaySmilin]

👏

Me encantaría probar la s5

[@dongjiewei6571]

I got my new lumix S1h £1200 😂

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

What a steal

[@epidemicmediafilms]

About to buy a S1H !!! I need that lens !!! 🫐🍋

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Great camera! My anamorphic one? Haha

[@djcovid1971]

s1h viewfinder tho 🤌

[@shrikarkhairnar]

Heyy Dustin... Shrikar this side... Well your reviews were the reason I was veryuch inclined towards buying a S1H... And I got one... S1H with a 24-70mm 2.8f L mount lens... And this camera has proven to be an amazing one... I have started with my film production house in India and have made 2 features and a web series keeping S1H as my A cam... I will miss a lot of your S1H videos..... And yes please do let me know if you are up for a collaboration for a project... Be it to be shot near your place.. or we can also plan it in India... If you are willing to do so please do let me know.. I will share my e mail id with you here and the we can exchange our contact details so that we can discuss more about the collaboration... I am really hoping for a positive response.... Waiting for your reply Regards. Shrikar Khairnar

[@DustinArmstrongPro]

Love it! Dude sounds exciting seems like you're doing well. If I'm ever in India, I will definitely let you know. I'd love to help out on a project sometime. The first place I'm going very soon is Japan though. S1H is an amazing camera for a film production house for sure. It won't disappoint.

[@shrikarkhairnar]

@@DustinArmstrongPro Definitely man .. do plan in for a trip to India... I will take care of most of the things like stay n ol... Please do come over... Let's have a blast with some amazing projects...