Panasonic Lumix GH7 body

Panasonic Lumix GH7 body

Yes, indeed! M43 is better than ever in video use. The series of cameras that really started with the Panasonic GH2 camera has been continued in 2024. The basis for this is the advances in the sensor of the G9 Mark II model, especially in the field of autofocus. The Panasonic GH7 is a name that many professionals and those who are serious about video recognize.

Now Proress Raw recording can be done directly to a memory card and for the first time in the world, 32bit Float audio recording is supported, meaning monitoring and recording sound levels is history as the entire dynamic range can be recorded on the audio track. This requires a separately purchased XLR2 add-on, but it also gives you XLR connectors.

In addition to video shooting, the GH7 is a true hybrid camera, meaning it can take photos just like the G9 Mark II, which is really great.

• Fast Phase Detection Autofocus
• Focus identifies objects
• Active IS stabilizer with even more powerful EIS high model
• CFExpress and SDXC memory card slots
• Real Time Lut function
• Compatible with the new Lumix Lab software
• ARRI LogC3 recording also available as a paid upgrade!
• 60FPS burst shooting and pre-recording
• 32 bit Float record audio recording with XLR2 plug-in
• Apple ProRes RAW 5.7K 30P 422 HQ recording internally to memory card
• Recording directly to SSD
• Open Gate video shoot
• Live streaming directly from the camera
• Frame.io Camera to Cloud support
• Active cooling means the camera has a fan to ensure performance even during long shooting sessions
• Same size body as the GH6 model, meaning the same accessories such as frames are compatible
• Weatherproof construction

Like the Panasonic G9 II, the GH series now features the manufacturer's most advanced phase-detection autofocus. Like other manufacturers' top models, the autofocus uses subject detection, meaning it automatically focuses on pets, birds, and now also vehicles and airplanes. The speed of tracking people is also better.

Image stabilization has always been top-notch on the market, and now in addition to the 7.5-stop image stabilization, there is EIS High mode, which means that the gimbal can be omitted completely in many applications. The stabilizer is now also used to compose 100MP High Res photos by moving the sensor between images.

The Panasonic GH7 borrows the Real time lut feature from the new S9 camera, meaning it's really easy to load and use LUT files (and you can even layer two of them with different transparency). The Panasonic Lumix Lab software for smart devices is also compatible with the GH7, so combined with Open Gate video and a refined workflow, this camera can also easily produce production-grade video for quick distribution.

Video recording features such as focus and exposure aids are production-level. The camera also has a fan, or active cooling, to ensure reliable operation and the longest possible recording time with different codecs. Despite the fan, the camera is, as usual, a professional device that is dust and weather-protected.

GH7 vs GH6 vs GH5 - is it worth the upgrade?

Externally, this is exactly the same as the GH6, including the menus, but the problems of the previous model such as the streaking phenomenon of the sensor in certain conditions, dynamic range boost is always on up to 60P frame refresh, offering a wider dynamic range. The new autofocus is noticeably faster. So the GH7 is a truly great camera and is suitable for very demanding users

Specifications:

• Compatibility: Micro Four Thirds mount
• Sensor: M43 size BSI CMOS 26.52 megapixels
• Sensitivity: ISO 100 - 25600, VLog 500-12800
• Internal image stabilization, maximum power 7.5 f-stops
• Shutter speeds: 60 - 1/8000s bulb mechanical, 1/32000s electronic, 1/8 - 1/25000s video
• Continuous shooting: 14fps with mechanical shutter (over 170 RAW images), 75fps with electronic shutter (190 RAW images)
• Viewfinder: OLED, resolution 3.68 million dots
• Display: 3' tilting touchscreen, resolution 1.84 million dots
• 1x CFexpress Type B memory card slot and 1x SHXC UHS-II memory card slot
• Connections: HDMI Type A, USB Type-C, 2.5mm for remote shutter, TC IN/OUT
• Audio connections: 3.5mm headphone and microphone jack. XLR connections with DMW-XLR2 accessory
• Active cooling, adjustable fan setting
• Weather and dust-proof construction
• WiFi 2.4 and 5GHz & Bluetooth v5
• Remote control with Lumix Tether App and quick settings adjustment with Lumix Lab/Sync app
• Uses Panasonic DMW-BLK22 battery
• Size: 13.8 x 10 x 9.96 cm
• Weight: 805g (with battery and memory card)

The sales package includes:

• Panasonic Lumix GH7 body
• Battery Pack
• Battery Charger
• BNC Converter Cable
• Shoulder strap
• Frame plug
• Eye Cup
• Hot Shoe Cover
• Flash Synchro Socket Cap