Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 (Kit) Black

MPN: DC-GH5MEG-K  |  EAN: 5025232859245  |  Model: Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60

Price Information

1,693.00

as at 24 Sep 19 | 6:30 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 (Kit) Black - DC-GH5MEG-K Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Vlogging
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Time-lapse Videos
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Outstanding
Live Streaming
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Event Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Events Photography
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Dust-proof
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding
Camera Body with Lens
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

Selecting the Mirror-less Camera, is a great boon to you photography gear. It has what it takes to produce great shots as beginner or professional grade photos as a seasoned photographer.

Photography Skillset

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60  will satisfy your needs.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 225  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Panasonic provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

For those special occasions, this Panasonic camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (17.3 x 13 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Panasonic's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

The Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 has a sensor size of 17.3 x 13 mm (mm) which is crucial for capturing as much light information as possible when taking photographs of the cosmos. The ability to shoot and store images as RAW files and not just JPEG is important for this kind of photography. This model delivers on that!

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60  makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.

Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

In scenarios where animals are darting about, the burst mode on this camera comes in handy as well as it's Tracking Focus capability. The combination of these features and the 17.3 x 13 mm (mm) Image Sensor on this camera, provides you with a device that suits your wildlife photography needs - whether tranquil or dramatic.

Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 17.3 x 13 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

While out and about taking photos or recording video, you may encounter quite a bit of dust. This could come from various sources such as a construction site or just the natural environment in your location. Being certified as dust-proof, the Lumix DC-GH5 + G VARIO 12-60 is a great companion to have in these situations.

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 (Kit) Black - DC-GH5MEG-K Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type MILC
Dustproof Yes
Freezeproof Yes
Freezeproof Up To -10 °C
Operating Temperature (T-T) -10 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Splash Proof Yes
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System DCF, Exif, RAW
Eye Relief 21 mm
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Languages Support Multi
On Screen Display (OSD) Languages DEU, ENG, ESP, FRE, ITA, JPN
Photo Effects 1
Playback Modes Normal, Slideshow, Zoom
Playback Zoom (max) 16 x
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Portrait
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
Shooting Modes Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority
White Balance Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade
Flash
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±3EV (1/3 EV step)
Flash Metering Modes Wireless triggering
Flash Modes Auto, Forced off, Forced on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 1/250 s
Shoe Mounting Point Yes
Shoe Mounting Point Type Hot
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 225
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Face detection, Face tracking, Flexible Spot Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Closest Focusing Distance 0.2 m
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ± 5EV (1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Type Electronic, Mechanical
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/16000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 60 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type Full HD
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 180 fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVC, AVCHD, H.264, H.265, MOV, MP4, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Audio
Audio Formats Supported LPCM
Audio Noise Reduction Yes
Audio System Stereo
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Headphone Output Type 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Lens System
Digital Zoom 4 x
Filter Size 58 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 12 - 60 mm
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Micro Four Thirds
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 11/9
Maximum Aperture Number 22
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 120 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 24 mm
Number Of Diaphragm Blades 7
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Display TFT
Display Aspect Ratio 3:2
Display Diagonal 3.2
Display Diagonal (metric) 8 cm
Display Resolution (numeric) 1620000 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Flip-out Screen Yes
Live View Yes
Touchscreen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 - 3
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 1.52 x
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 17.3 x 13 mm
Megapixel 20.3 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 21.77 MP
Technical Details
Self-timer Yes
Other Features
Image Editing Crop, Resizing, Rotating
Interval Recording 1
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Ports Quantity 1
USB Connector USB Type-C
USB Port Yes
USB Version 3.1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Battery
Battery Capacity 1860 mAh
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 410 shots
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Version 4.2
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Cables Included USB
Hand Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 87.4 mm
Height 98.1 mm
Lens Diameter 66 mm
Lens Length 71 mm
Weight 645 g
Weight (including Battery) 725 g
Width 138.5 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 5184 x 3888 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 5184x3888, 3712x2784, 2624x1968, 4992x3744, 3328x2496, 5184x3456, 3712x2480, 2624x1752, 5184x3456, 3504x2336, 5184x2920, 3840x2160, 1920x1080, 3840x2160, 3888x3888, 2784x2784, 1968x1968, 2880x2880
Memory
Memory Slots 2
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 10 - 80 %