Why the GH5S is a FILMMAKERS DREAM!

Why the GH5S is a FILMMAKERS DREAM! In this video, Dave puts the new Panasonic GH5S to the test for filmmaking productions. This camera really is a cinema machine packed inside of a DSLR sized body.
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[@PhilippeOrlando]

Well, but wouldn't you say now that the Sony A7III is making the GH5s less interesting?

[@connormccaskill]

Not at all! Not for me. The color science, lack of pro video features, and no flip out screen all make the a7iii not attractive to me at all for video.

[@dudeyolo9843]

A7iii for photos and gh5s for video is the way to go

[@AlexTimelapse]

i will say autofocus is important for video too

[@dejffjed]

Haha, again...! No, no, no, no... Autofocus is the least important feature ever for video. It is as "important" as font used for menu settings...

[@dejffjed]

A7iii is no way a video aimed camera. GH5s has no competition in it's price and size range so far. A7siii is the only camera that can change the game a bit.

[@LukeHolliday]

You made a point that I don't see many people talking about: the color science!! I've been using a Sony a6500 for a few months now. It's a great little camera, but it has taken so much tweaking to get the colors to look right. But I just used the GH5 the other day and the colors are so accurate and detailed. Plus for the price point on these cameras, you can't really beat em when it comes to low-budget filmmaking.

[@connormccaskill]

Totally! The GH5S in particular I have found has amazing color science! That is something the spec sheet doesn't talk about and is something that is also subjective based on what people prefer. In my opinion Panasonic has nailed the "Canon" look. Its really really great.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Damn, my Mitakon f0.95 lens would be an F1.6 FF equivalent on the GH5s. I could have just the first 7mm of my nose hairs in focus and the rest blurred ;) Magical.

[@connormccaskill]

lol yup!!

[@punkrachmaninoff]

@@connormccaskill yeah, but can the gh5s do what the pentax q with a metabones devil speedbooster q666 can do...? f.0.7 with a BSI sensor?! good luck Panasonic - somehow i doubt it very much. Pentax has the best mirrorless camera system in the world. www.metabones.com/article/of/Metabones_Devil_Speed_Booster_Q6660.50x_Press_Release

[@Mu3azOsman]

thanks for this awesome video bro, I am sure that I am upgrading to this camera for sure!

[@connormccaskill]

It’s a wonderful machine!

[@HolywellFilms]

At the end of the day, having a great imagination for your film will always outweigh an expensive camera. As the saying goes, 'A bad tradesman will always blame his tools.'

[@flavien_frc]

nice vid! could you tell me the name of the system where you attached your screen and your mic? really need it!

[@VicHristov]

AWESOME video! One question, which speed booster are you referring to that brings down the crop factor to 1.1X? Would appreciate a link to that! Thanks!

[@martinsinclair55]

Thanks Dave. Getting ready to buy a GH5S. Using the speed booster as you discussed for full frame, I am guessing there'll be no stabilization at all since there's no IBIS in the 5S. Am I right?

[@JoeriCreates]

Nice vid again, guys. I just spent an hour playing around with the Sony A7RIII and the A7III. Very impressed so far. Now it’s time to fiddle around with the GH5S. Let’s compare and see what I like. Again, thanks.

[@Scramblednation]

really nice video, so helpful i like to see how u explain all these things about gh5s. i subscribed instantly 🤙

[@rahulgopalakrishnan1892]

You should rename the entire video as a KZbin filmmakers dream. Period.

[@TechLineHD]

Fantastic review man! I have the G7 and still waiting till all manufacturers release their new cameras this year. Time to upgrade as the GH5s is definitely one of the best options.

[@connormccaskill]

It’s amazing!

[@codyrap95]

You gained my sub when i saw you read the comments and respond to them. I am an editor and sound engineer that just jumped onto the MFT train and i think it really is great, despite the fullframe master race that's settled in the industry. I pretty much agree with everything you said, though it would've been nice to have "disableable" IBIS. BUT as the GH5s is mostly a professional version/alternative to the GH5 (otherwise it would've been named GH6 and most people didn't understand this), the exclusion of IBIS seems perfectly normal. Keep up the very good work! Great Video!

[@connormccaskill]

Totally!! I agree completely and the BMPCC 4K is really amazing too. Excited to try that out soon

[@vivianepable]

Thank you for your video. Subscribed. Could you please tell me what is precesly your stablisation device? Thanks in advance

[@markshirley01]

Hi - thanks very useful information - are the files it produces easy to grade - log etc - I shoot a bit of video but only do light grading, saturation contrast etc.

[@connormccaskill]

Yes! Especially when you shoot in the natural profile

[@Drrezzin]

I'm shopping for a new filmmaking camera. I currently own a Canon 7D (early version) and so I already have Canon lenses. Can I use those on this camera with some kind of adapter?

[@ColorfieldMedia]

Great review and couldn't agree more. LOVE my GH5S!

[@Madisonandwhite]

Great video and love your passion on presenting! 🎉🌟

[@connormccaskill]

Thank you!

[@ToyLeeTV]

😁Great review! Thank you so much!!

[@mvbell17]

What software do you use to edit your video? I used the C4k 10 bit and the audio and video didn't sync using Adobe Premiere CC.

[@jej3films]

This was one of the best reviews for the GH5s. Been looking to upgrade, but didn't want to make the leap from Canon after all these years, but I think this video may have put me over the edge! Getting this with the speedbooster would definitely be a dream combo, and I can still use all my Canon mount glass!

[@barandcross]

Hey - neat video! What is the MOVI setup you refer to in the video? Any links for that product please?

[@connormccaskill]

It’s the Freefly MoVI M5! Check it out

[@NathanYounghusband]

Very convincing points about the GH5s! Looks like a great solution for a lot of people. I agree, a lot of vloggers have given the GH5 a bad rep because it’s auto focus isn’t as good as Canon or Sony... but for a lot of professionals, they won’t ever touch auto focus because they simply don’t trust it.

[@connormccaskill]

And to be honest, the autofocus hack shooting at 30fps and using the 179degree shutter angle really does work great!

[@StasComoestas]

Nathan Younghusband You definitely say right 👍👍

[@kris.nikolov]

Autofocus is important. You can't manually track focus in an interview shot with shallow depth of field. You will also occasionally need to shoot the same scene 15 times, until you stop deviating in distance from your subject so the manually set focus is spot on throughout. Yes, the second improves with practice, but still, autofocus SHOULD be reliable and it obviously is. This is why some manufactures have the edge over others. This is a great camera though.

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

@@kris.nikolov NO

[@kris.nikolov]

@@thewalkingvloggingman7152 Hey, still think it's important and depends on the use case of course. Example: Panasonic recently stepped up their AF game too

[@AustinCantu]

What is this "Extreme Speed Booster" that you mention? For the 1.1X crop.

[@sentirflamenco]

I'm still shooting on Canon 5dii 😎 now i have to buy a new cam since i shoot only lowlight concerts. could you suggest panasonic 5ghs for lowlight stuff?

[@ricardorgomez]

One of the best reviews on the GH5s. Lots of practical knowledge and experience. I personally liked what I saw for that demo-music clip. I knew what you were doing. :-) I'm primarily stills but want to start on some video projects and was looking at the GH series. I'm in the m43 camp already and the ability to interchange lenses, swap cameras and accessories is a huge advantage. And really, the two GH5 cameras are for different markets. I think people are starting to realize that. Thank you for the video and keep up the great work!

[@connormccaskill]

Thank you for the kind words Ricardo! I really appreciate it! Yes...the GH5S might as well be called a Varicam Mini instead. It is too confusing for people to see it as a "GH5". Its a totally different beast.

[@ricardorgomez]

I understand the confusion. I was part of that group initially. I'm just super-grateful at the relatively inexpensive yet amazingly capable tools artists have at their disposal these days. The only thing holding back someone's vision is their own imagination. Amazing time we live in for art creation...

[@darealbrianpark]

great vid, but what about photo quality? should I get gh5s if I wanna use for video AND photo?

[@nickdubesa8068]

Brian Park 박찬호 there are a couple of videos on KZbin where people test that. It takes great photos, yet you can’t crop much because it’s only 10mp. However for most online use and not huge prints that is enough. I would use it for photos

[@sosua_beach]

Thanks for the great review we just subscribed!

[@connormccaskill]

Wow that’s so kind. Thank you!

[@melik5398]

Epic review. You convinced me this camera is the one. Thanks, man!

[@connormccaskill]

It’s a beast!

[@ivavon7122]

Which do you prefer for cimema filmmaking canon eos rp or gh5s??

[@InthecutPodcast323]

What lens did you use for this video?

[@SimplicityForGood]

is there a point to use Davinchi resolve studio over FCP with this camera ?! please suggest , thanks for showing us the level of this camera's color science and low light abilities!

[@casualbricks]

So I'm looking to upgrade my camera. With someone who does solo shooting and is front of the camera, how well does the auto focus do with the update?

[@connormccaskill]

Well...with the 179 degree shutter angle fix, it works pretty good...but its not reliable as a youtuber IMO. If you set your focus manually and just dont move..its fine. That is what we do.

[@Blackd0nuts]

Man I don't get it, at 00:58 you're at 12800iso with the GH5 and still get a usable image. With mine I can't get over 3200 without it becoming a big pile of garbage noise..... Seriously. What's your settings?

[@mupesfilms6217]

Which lense would you recommend for this beautiful GH5S

[@johnnyboy3327]

how well does the xlr imputs work with this? What do u think of the EVA? Thanks for review

[@connormccaskill]

XLR adapter is amazing. Preamps sound great

[@Rastinfilm]

any word about the slow mo quality at 200fps? is it as good as at least on fs700?

[@StasComoestas]

This camera is excellent value for what you get. Thank you for video 👍👍 love it.. interesting what it's gonna be the next New model of gh series?

[@life107familyfitnessboxing8]

I purchased my GH5s the same month you published this video. I love this filmmaking tool. Great video

[@connormccaskill]

Amazing! Why you watching reviews on it if you already have one? lol!

[@tonylouisvisionvideography3469]

@@connormccaskill Why not? It makes appreciate what I have and I like to hear others opinion on it. I knew what I wanted when I purchased this camera. It's Amazing that one has the freedom to watch whatever they wish to watch LOL You twat!

[@sjmackinder]

Is there any noticeable latency from the HDMi output please? I would like to use this for live video feed to LED screens. I know the GH5 exhibits no lag, just wondered if the GH5S is as good.

[@alexondaroad681]

No, it’s literally the same as on the build in Display

[@noumanjavaid7929]

Hey how r u I need a little help im lookin to buy a speedbooster for my gh5s and also a smart adapter coz at times i dont wanna use the large field of view n use 2x crop to my advantage What speedbooster would u suggest metabones xl or ultra or viltrox or turbo ii ... Which smart ef-mft or ef/efs-mft adapter i should get 2ndly what r ur recommendations for lenses for most cinematic output nothin too expensive but something inbetween but sexy I'd b grateful

[@bennyrodriguez8788]

How you find out?

[@billpancake]

Good review dude, very impressive

[@angelgcastro1]

Great review man, I want one!

[@reflexfilms]

Nice presentation- i have noticed a much improved high light roll off too - does that gel with your experience?

[@connormccaskill]

Yes! Color science is really improved! I think the high light roll off has to do with its sensitivity to light

[@bauerfilms4832]

How much record time do you get on the card you use with 4k 10 bit internal?

[@connormccaskill]

Depends on the card! The camera never cuts off

[@GurmeetSingh-fr8uo]

My GH5s when I have it set to manual ISO i.e iso 6400 and when I start filming the display shows ISO A (Auto). Why is this?

[@mr_red13]

Since the GH5s is still pricey, would you recommend the Sony a6400 as a primary KZbin camera for a stationary series at home? Would the low-light ability be similar to that of the impressive GH5s?

[@MrJeremizzleful]

Juat bought a GH5. But thinking of getting the Same as soon as I give my GH5 a run test to see if the ISO gain is a game changer

[@JamesJacksonFilmz]

jérémie as someone who has both cameras the GH5s is indeed a game changer but not the way you maybe thinking.

[@mr_red13]

@@JamesJacksonFilmz is there an affordable lens for stationary videos at home that you'd recommend for the GH5s?

[@Rastinfilm]

does anyone know if the extra XLR adapter works with other cameras too or only with panasonic bodies?

[@connormccaskill]

Only panny

[@IzzatZubir]

What do you think of BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k?

[@rajkumarg.v6095]

Shall I know which company lenses will best suit for filmmaking in gh5s

[@alfaproduktion3247]

nice explaining video, love it! what kind a profile picture you use at 6.59 ? the SOOC color science is amazing. thank you

[@connormccaskill]

I shot everything in Natural profile and V-Log

[@mattybcool]

Excellent video, bro!

[@connormccaskill]

Thanks Matt!

[@films3458]

Cant wait to get mine🤩

[@lightningbolt4451]

does this camera crop in on 4k?

[@benjamindbailey]

How does the Sony A7III compare to the GH5s for you? If you had one camera for travel/wedding videography and photography, which camera would you recommend? (I can only afford one.) :)

[@connormccaskill]

For your needs the a7iii seems best!

[@lito3373]

At 5:10 -- What kind of lens is attached to the camera? Also, is that a speed booster between the camera and the lens? Thanks in advance.

[@connormccaskill]

That’s a $50,000 Arri Zeiss anamorphic lens. Not a speed booster. Just a PL to MFT adapter.

[@lito3373]

Thank you.

[@cinemajubilee7166]

need need need!!! good commentary and thoughts here!

[@connormccaskill]

Thank you!!!

[@jeffw5872]

Hey dude, great review! Could you please share what is the monitor + extendable mic stand setup and whether it would work with the a6500? I already looked up the monitor brand but which one would you recommend as a more budget friendly option? I'd use it as a replacement for the lack of articulating screen on the a6500. Also what is the name of the mic stand so the mic is moved a bit to the side? Thank you and have a great day!

[@connormccaskill]

Smallhd Focus monitor. Get the Sony kit and it’ll give you everything you need

[@JimYeo]

Please do a Fujifilm XT-3 review and/or comparison. I think it may be a contender to the GH5.

[@tricarnevali]

I love it when he says to like the lack of IBIS cause it feels more natural, like you couldn't just turn it off in all cameras that feature it xD

[@randallherreraNyc]

yes you can turn it off , but the sensor is still floating around so you get some movement .. unlike a fixed sensor.. so for a serious video shoot you can't have unplanned movement of the sensor.. for vlogging or "fun" videos its a non issue

[@ellarpc]

Liked. Love my GH5s. Best tool in my bag.

[@connormccaskill]

Awesome! Glad you like it! How long have you had it now?

[@Super_Cool_Guy]

were did you buy all the tripods and accessories from ?

[@connormccaskill]

I get all my stuff from B&H photo!

[@edgenumbers]

Are the base ISOs for V-Log and HLG not 800 and 5000?

[@JamesJacksonFilmz]

They Indeed are www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/cameras-camcorders/lumix-g-compact-system-cameras/dc-gh5s.specs.html

[@talialiber2389]

Yipee for the new color science!

[@farid1406]

Is still a great camera for a filmmaker in 2020 with the S1h and Blackmagic pocket 6K out?

[@FHRSTD]

You convinced me! I subscribe! :)

[@LeandroLiberal]

Would you say as a less professional approach and more of a personal/youtube/vlog use the GH5 with the built in IS would be the one to take over the GH5S?

[@connormccaskill]

Absolutely. In fact, I think the GH5 is one of THE BEST vlogger/ personal/ youtube cams ever. Even with the GH5S and BMPCC 4K existing.

[@LeandroLiberal]

Kinotika thank you so much!! I think I’ve made my mind

[@faithfail]

Bout to buy one of these but does anyone know if Pana is coming out with an upgrade in 2019?

[@connormccaskill]

I don’t think a Gh6 is anytime soon. Buttttt I would get one off eBay for sure used or off the grey market to save $$

[@talialiber2389]

Hey! At 5:24 you say that the crop in the GH5s is x1.15 instead of x2 in the GH5. Since this is because of the muti aspect sensor,, I guess it means the same numbers apply when shooting stills? Thanks!

[@connormccaskill]

Nope! In fact there is more of a crop when shooting 4:3 compared to GH5. The GH5s was designed specifically for video.

[@talialiber2389]

Thanks! So it sounds like for hybrid photography, as much stills than video, the GH5 is a better bet? In that case I'd lean towards this one, and thanks to IBIS will be able to mount the Olympus PRO 1.2 line of lenses. Cheaper with 35mm, 50mm, and 90mm equivalents... The OMD EM1 II does not compete in video, would you know? Thanks!

[@AllThingsFilm1]

I have both the GH5 and GH5s. The dual image stabilization with the GH5 is a powerful tool. The GH5s takes care of the rest. I still haven't pushed my GH5s yet, but, I've seen footage from people who have, and I'm extremely happy about buying both cameras. I am literally prepared for almost any situation with these two cameras. Also, I discovered a very important feature in the GH5s that is not in the GH5. That is, you have to tell the camera what kind of mic you're recording with. I recorded some footage with my Sennheiser MKE 600 shotgun mic plugged into the GH5s. And for some reason, no sound was recorded. So...I went into the menu and I found out that I had to TELL the GH5s that I was recording with a "super cardioid shotgun" mic. Of course, the sound came out great once I set that up.

[@connormccaskill]

Nice! That’s the ideal kit and solution! Own one of each!

[@Docfly62]

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[@artifactcreatorsstudio7170]

Kinotika did you use the autofocus

[@thehumanstoryfilms4007]

Can you suggest any info for shooting slow motion, 75, 125 and 175 (PAL) all look shit, lots of aliasing and artifices. Not sure if there's something I've done wrong.

[@Rastinfilm]

Moonshaker Media any update on this? Really doesnt work the slowmo?! that would be painful!

[@davnesto]

Does that mean if you have the 12-35mm of Panasonic you will get a 21mm at 12mm correct?

[@connormccaskill]

Yup!!

[@davnesto]

WOW! But the Aperture doesn't change it's staying at 2.8?

[@connormccaskill]

Ya totally

[@victoiresala]

Nice color correction so pretty

[@carolineandtigger]

Very nice.

[@jaysun070476]

I used to film with sony a6300 intill i got a panasonic g7 never looked back lol the gh5s is definitely on my list of next camera to get.

[@grojawalip1683]

Great words have been spoken, hero. BUT: the blackmagic pocket cinema 4k camera can do the same!

[@KevinLe]

I went from GH5 to 1dxmkii. I’m quickly regretting it. May switch to GH5s. Dave, thoughts?

[@jesse_cole]

OK, but where can I watch that film about the robot?

[@trakovskyfilm]

Unfortunately I am getting ugly horizontal noise in the blacks in VFR mode above about 100fps. Anybody else see that?

[@connormccaskill]

I didn't notice!

[@thehumanstoryfilms4007]

Cheers nice viceo. Can you suggest any info for shooting slow motion, 75, 125 and 175fps (PAL) all look shit, lots of aliasing and artifices. Not sure if there's something I've done wrong.

[@connormccaskill]

Well..if you want less noise, shoot in a baked in profile and make sure you have low ISO. 125fps should be the best IQ for slow-motion. Also, if you use an external recorder you can get better bit rate.

[@thehumanstoryfilms4007]

Okay cheers, what is a baked in profile?

[@meowlngs]

what lens was used in this mainly

[@connormccaskill]

Mostly the 12-35 f2.8 and the Leica 15mm

[@ZimaletaMotors]

Cool camera

[@apidas]

so i need a gimbal to shoot with this? more things to buy

[@fnred5554]

Or get a lumix lens with I O.S. my handheld work looks like a gimbal with those lenses

[@NarekAvetisyan]

This camera is so good. They should call it the GH5Sex.

[@connormccaskill]

Lol!!!!

[@gustavocruz4824]

haaaaa

[@Mightythunder0987]

made me lol haha

[@prabijshrestha]

I think s means sex in short 😅😅

[@Provolt]

Gh5Shit

[@Albertoepicness]

seriously... do the stir pot motion! AAAAAAAAH

[@TheRbBishop]

For this camara what will be the best lens for b.Roll

[@connormccaskill]

Metabones speed booster with sigma 18-35 f1.8

[@timperry8961]

What’s The monitor support? Where can I buy it?

[@connormccaskill]

SmallHD Focus monitor.

[@andrinhettinger]

Can you please explain me why are all using the 12-60 mm f2.8 lens instead of the same 3.5 lens who is half the price?

[@connormccaskill]

Much better optics and constant aperture .

[@andrinhettinger]

Kinotika Thanks, you made me change my Mind and now i‘m paying 4200 instead of 3700 for gh5s + Lens + Ronin S Gimbal

[@MohondhaY]

Can we get 10bit 4-2-2 video from an external recorder on a Sony dslr?

[@connormccaskill]

Not at all. Only 8bit 4:2:2

[@danriggs4760]

what is that Robot scene in this review from? A GH5 Shortfilm?

[@connormccaskill]

Ya it’s from the Panasonic GH5S release video

[@WupperVideo]

Nice video! Greetings from Germany.

[@connormccaskill]

Guten Morgen!

[@waawaaweewaa2045]

Is it worth doing that autofocus hack regardless of what you are shooting? Thanks

[@connormccaskill]

They actually did an update now that fixed the autofocus so you dont need to do the hack

[@BevanWard]

dammit, I can't bu another camera right now. I have the G7 which is a beast for the price, but I need/want the low light of the GH5s. plus extra HDR, 10 bit etc

[@sekiz_kelvin]

Please comment on GH5S versus Canon 5d MK IV in terms of a. low light video shooting b. focusing capability and speed in low light video shooting. Thanks

[@ExploringWorldYouTube]

Very interesting video. Thank you I am not an expert because I just like to shoot. I'd like to ask a questio please, hoping someone experienced will answer me. 1) I only make documentaries in remote areas, around the world. 2) I travel alone. 3) I like to film in 4K 50p 10bit. 4) I would like to get the same or slightly better video quality than the GH5. 5) I would like a room that is easy to use. Which room do you think is the best for me? I could also accept a small camcorder, but only if it has excellent image quality. I thought of Blackmagic because it was small but then I realized that maybe it's not for me. Thank you very much for the advice.

[@TheSolfilm]

I wonder if the sensor size is the same as the new BLack Magic Cine Pocket Cam. They call it a full 4/3 sensor if I'm not wrong which would be a little bit larger than a micro 4/3. This GH5s seams to have also a sensor a bit larger.

[@connormccaskill]

It’s the same!

[@TheSolfilm]

O - K !!! Thank you :-)

[@patrickjenner3211]

I'm looking at something low light for shooting conventions and weddings and I'm tossing up between this and the Blackmagic Pocket 4K. I know it doesn't have the sensitivity of the A7S, but it also doesn't have as much rolling shutter and I already own a GH5 and 2 GH4 so I can use my MFT lenses.

[@DoppaD]

Any recommendations for GH5S training? I saw a couple listed online... One from DSLR Video Shooter and another from PhotoJoseph... Has anyone here had any experience with either of these?

[@connormccaskill]

I'm good friends with both Caleb and Joseph.. you can't go wrong with either!

[@DoppaD]

@@connormccaskill Thanks... really appreciate the response

[@Savchev]

Decent ISO means "ISO I'd never use for paid work"

[@TylerRostedt]

Great review! I kept thinking I was going to have to switch over to Sony. I'd love to stay in the panasonic lineup!

[@connormccaskill]

Stay!! It’s better!