Panasonic GH6 1 Year Later // Should You Still Buy It in 2023?
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Күн бұрынWith insane specs, new firmware updates, unbeatable features, and a massive sale, how does the Panasonic GH6 stack up in 2023
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0:00 Intro
0:57 Does Sensor Size Matter
1:47 Dynamic Range
3:50 Low Light
4:26 IBIS
4:58 Major Advantages
5:50 Firmware Updates
6:26 Game changer lenses
7:16 Hardware
8:27 Insane Specs
9:34 Autofocus
10:24 Should you buy it
11:00 What's Next
@jessecumberledge4530 Жыл бұрын
They need to announce a gh6 2 with PD next month so I can pair it with my Gh6. Because Panasonic decided to not put PD in this camera so many creators skipped it and don't realize what their camera systems are missing. GH6 is so far ahead of the competition for usability other than the AF. We love it for our needs.
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@angeloplayforone Жыл бұрын
The release period for upgrading this bodies is 3 years, so in 2025 there wil be an update with PDAF as the need to design a new sensor.
@agenericaccount3935 Жыл бұрын
@@angeloplayforone Release cadences can change. It would be financially stupid to wait another two years after smashing it with the S5ii.
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
@@angeloplayforone Nope, the GH4 replaced the GH3 in less than 18 months to give 4K (in crop mode). Keeping most of the GH6 the same should make it possible to upgrade the GH6 to M2 with PDAF after a year. As for sensor Panasonic would likely return to a sensor from Sony.
@RobbyHuang Жыл бұрын
I’d be shocked if they don’t announce a gh6 with pdaf relatively soon. I’d imagine they just don’t want to step on the s5 ii’s toes.
@dushyantbhatt9345 9 ай бұрын
Great channel,. Has that purple ghosting issue gone ? It was during the beta version of the camera
@cobymarcum1442 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Thank you for mentioning and showing the fast sensor refresh rate (lack of rolling shutter artifacts) and your satisfaction with the fast zoom lenses. 👍
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Thanks Coby!
@cobymarcum1442 Жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras 😊👍
@godsakes Жыл бұрын
If you need to deliver in 4k then the GH6 makes a lot of sense as you get that post editing leeway filming in 5.7k... but for those of us who still deliver in 1080p the old GH5/GH5S is plenty good. I'd love for Panasonic to release a GH5 mk3 with phase detect, IBIS and a dual gain sensor (so we can get usable ISO3200) and maybe a few extra h265 codecs to save on space.
@AdrianHerrera-wx4ru 11 ай бұрын
4K on the GH5 is still amazing.
@kentmemories Жыл бұрын
Happy to know GH6 monster still gets some love.
@dfotos Жыл бұрын
They did it with the S5 II. And I hope they will integrate phase autofocus into a GH6 II !
@onnie1968 Жыл бұрын
Thanx Dan great update on the GH6 :)
@Abuzhumagulov Жыл бұрын
Great video 🤝🏼 Thanks ! How do you firmware update ?
@Shawn-eb9wo Жыл бұрын
Doing one shoot and getting reel for both vertical and 16:9 at the same time is gold IMO.
@trypersistence Жыл бұрын
Great video and information with really good production quality. One critique: will you please upgrade to a Sennheiser MKH-416? You can get one used for a lot less than $1K new. Thanks! This current shotgun mic is killing me. LOL
@louielondonmedia4819 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reminder video. Think I will wait for the GH6 Msrk 2 when it will likely have phase detect auto focus. Then, it might be a beast worth watching out for
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
Maybe at CP+ show by the end of february 2023...
@mynameisChesto Жыл бұрын
I'm still stuck in the past, but I love my trusty GH4 - the thing is rock solid.
@karol_byrski3 Жыл бұрын
Very good video but i have one question to you! I also have gh6 and after I press recording button I must wait like 1 second to unfreeze the camera and than its starts recording. Do you have this problem or not?
@officialbrandoncoleman Жыл бұрын
great video bro!!
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Appreciate that Brandon!
@dfotos Жыл бұрын
In Most time, I have no problem with the GH6-autofokus, but in some cases I have. I Hope for a GH6 II with Phase Detection. It would be a perfect camera für me!
@JoshuaFaleatua 2 ай бұрын
Just picked up the G9II, that camera paired with my GH6. Honestly the best camera combo!
@mercadolily9187 Жыл бұрын
Did they fix the issue with streaks on the video? Thanks
@JROSS1998 6 ай бұрын
Great video, I’m looking to upgrade cameras for my filmmaking company I use gh4, but looking to upgrade would you recommend GH6 or Blackmagic pocket camera thanks
@learningcameras 6 ай бұрын
In most cases I'd recommend the GH6. The Blackmagic has some advantages but it isn't as plug and play. You really need to power it externally and use external storage to get the most out of it so it works best when you can rig it out. The GH6 is plug and play an amazing camera!
@jphoto7582 Жыл бұрын
I often wish I had sprung for the GH6 instead of the S5, hoping they bring that performance to full frame.
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm hanging on to my GH5M2 until PDAF comes to Lumix G. It's very unfortunate that GH6 was not ready for PDAF. Can't wait for your GH6M2 review. 😃
@markshirley01 Жыл бұрын
Will it be possible to get phase detect onto such a small sensor, has Olympus got it?
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
@@markshirley01 Sony have m43 sensors with PDAF. Olympus uses these mainly in their higher end cameras.
@royaltykidstv Жыл бұрын
What’s PDAF?
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
@@royaltykidstv phase detect auto focus
@WalkingInWisdom 7 ай бұрын
Kindly try to name just *one* Sony®️ camera that utilizes a micro four-thirds sensor?
@TheHDStation 10 ай бұрын
I'm hoping for phase detect and Built-in NDs in the GH7
@gcprost 3 ай бұрын
I find the deep depth of field is an advantage for the work I do. I shoot live theatre, concerts, and dance shows with multiple cameras.
@KALIMANVAGO Жыл бұрын
Is there a lot of difference between the GH52 and the GH6?
@CinematicCut 6 ай бұрын
Does GH6 records 4K 120fps internally? OR over hdmi?
@markshirley01 Жыл бұрын
I don't know if its possible to put phase detect on this sensor, but what a great prospect, especially with the 10-25mm f1.7
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
They will probably need a new sensor but that means maybe we'll see a quality boost too!
@mwaithephoto Жыл бұрын
Honestly been looking for a second camera system for video and good to see reviews for something other than a Sony system. Always enjoyed your videos and insight
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Appreciate that! Yep, there's a lot of cameras that go under the radar these days that are actually amazing. I mean, 6k60 under 2 grand is insane
@gavriel_adi Жыл бұрын
The only thing that is missing in this camera and makes people not buy it is the very fact that it does not have a phase detection focus, which means that it is really bad in focus compared to what we really need today..
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
My personal bet is that you will see a GHx with PDAF this spring. Probably at CP+ show.
@daprincehwc Жыл бұрын
In as much many grumble over Panasonic Focus issue, the camera is design to focus not on casual shooters but those who need more from small body and not really care about perfect auto focus.
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
@@daprincehwc no GHx or Lumix G for that matter have had perfect AF. As for the market situation it's clear that sales will be negatively affected by bad AF performance.
@GRAELskt 8 ай бұрын
wich model of the Ronin you use? it supports using with a sigma 18-35mm? thanks!
@learningcameras 8 ай бұрын
I use the RS3 Pro and yep, you should have no issues with the 18-35: bhpho.to/3wqSPGX
@neilfpv 7 ай бұрын
Did Panasonic fix the continuous autofocus issue? Great review! I'd like to upgrade from a very old dslr that doesn't have video capability to either GH5 or GH6.
@learningcameras 6 ай бұрын
In this camera, it's the same AF tech they have used in previous cameras...just tweaked a bit so it still has some issues with continuous autofocus. However, check out the Panasonic S5IIX...I'm actually about to post 2 videos on that camera and that uses a new AF system that is a massive improvement for continuous autofocus
@neilfpv 6 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@gumonthepants Жыл бұрын
Is this the model that does in-camera focal-stacking?
@FotografMariaEkblad Ай бұрын
Do you think the 300 fps is good enough for product videography in studio? I’m looking for higher frame rates and I’m wondering if I can get away with this budget friendly option. 😁
@learningcameras Ай бұрын
This is definitely going to be the best option on a budget. I think the A7SIII/FX3 can do 240fps in 1080p with the advantage being that they have larger sensors but also cost double the price
@tryhardgamerthg5663 Жыл бұрын
Love my GH6 used it for all my work since launch and never had one issue. Sure PD would be nice but I can honestly say using MF hasn’t made any project Iv worked on difficult.
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I don't know many people with problems on Panasonic cameras. A few maybe wanted better AF but you can't help but appreciate what the GH6 can do that no one else can in this price range
@alexandergushchin5836 Жыл бұрын
Wich camera do you think is better for video Lumix gh6 or the Lumix s5 mark II ?
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
For video only, as long as you don't need reliable AF tracking, the GH6 is better. For a hybrid camera photo/video, I'd take the S5 Mark II which I just put out a video on!
@MaricelaOrtiz-ly6yz Жыл бұрын
K lente me recomiendas para GH6
@chillbro8811 Жыл бұрын
This will be my next upgrade after G9😊
@endah08 10 ай бұрын
Just a note. I don't believe you get shallower DOF with a speed booster. The added aperture stop say from 1.8 to 1.2 is cancelled out by the widening of the FOV.
@neaumusic 7 ай бұрын
yea apparently if you move closer to reframe you will get shallower depth of field but that's just because you moved closer
@DocBoA Жыл бұрын
If you don't need the highest specs of this body the gh5ii is an absolute steal. I still almost added this body. Top notch content Dan
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Appreciate that!!!
@VideoGizmology Жыл бұрын
Is there a Canon RF lens to MFT adapter that has aperture, IS, and autofocus? I haven't found one yet, so I guess an RF to MFT adapter is not possible to design?
@angeloplayforone Жыл бұрын
Not compatible flange distance.
@cody_mchardy Жыл бұрын
You are much better at grading V-log than me. It makes me think there is some relevance to micro 4/3 still
@jessecumberledge4530 Жыл бұрын
What program are you using to grade?? Vlog from the Gh6 looks fantastic right out of camera if you Use Davinci Resolve Color management system. Not saying Dan isn't top notch of course!
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Well you're better at grading slog than me lol
@Governornatembeyatransnzoia 10 ай бұрын
Is this camera best with autofocus,coz i like shooting in automatic and standard loook
@learningcameras 10 ай бұрын
This would not be the best for autofocus. If you are wanting autofocus, look at the Sony FX30 if you're only shooting video or the Sony a6700 if you also shoot photos. You can check out all my gear and my gimbals in the video description!
@Governornatembeyatransnzoia 10 ай бұрын
@@learningcameras thanks 🙏🙏🙏
@HakimZziwaTips Жыл бұрын
PAF is already happening, I totally agree with you when it comes to the GH6, I think the S5XII would be a good partner to the GH6, let us wait for May 2023 and see how that goes.
@Lifetogo Жыл бұрын
Is there something special in may?
@HakimZziwaTips Жыл бұрын
@@Lifetogo Lumix S5IIX release 05/23/23
@TestAndReview Жыл бұрын
If choosing today, would you prefer it over the S5 Mark 2?
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
If you are more of a hybrid shooter and you also shoot photos, definitely get the S5II...also if autofocus is critical, maybe the S5II would be better. But for everything else just about, the GH6 still has some advantages
@RidgewayInMedia Жыл бұрын
I just added another GH5M2 to my stable of GH5S rather than the GH6. As/when the GH6M2 is launched I'll have a tough decision: upgrade to GH6M2 or go full frame with S5M2x/S1H
@DRobertson725 Жыл бұрын
GH7 rumors with Phase AF combined with contrast AF with all the bells as whistles of the GH6 and then some. Holding tight! GH6 prices right now are very tempting!
@marcorossi2182 11 ай бұрын
I have 2 GH5s I use for videos and a Nikon D7500 for stills. I am thinking to move mirrorless and get a GH6 but a bit concerned about stills performance.
@learningcameras 11 ай бұрын
Yeah, the biggest negative for the GH6 is stills, especially if you shoot low light or want shallow depth of field. I'd say check out my video on the Panasonic S5II for stills and it's still great for video up to 4k60
@SuchetB Жыл бұрын
Yes it’s an awesome camera😎
@marinrealestatephotography Жыл бұрын
"We were advised against using gimbals in the city." Cuts to Josh Yeo carrying biggest gimbal known to man at 4:38
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Hahaha...he was the only one that braved it. That said he didn't have any issues even with a massive gimbal, anamorphic lenses, and lidar AF system attached lol. But every other person on that trip went handheld per advisement from Panasonic
@lnuponom2678 Жыл бұрын
What gimbal do you use with the camera?
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
I use the RS3 Pro: bhpho.to/3wqSPGX
@ruff1draft Жыл бұрын
I intend to purchase the Panasonic S5 Mark ii and Panasonic GH5S and Panasonic S5 Mark ii X and maybe the Panasonic GH6 they all can use the Panasonic S5 Battery which is cool for practical sake.
@te0pol159 Жыл бұрын
Why 4 cameras?
@GameProgrammer79 8 ай бұрын
At 10:53 what would happen if Panasonic added autofocus. Well after 9 months we have G9II with PDAF. Being a Sony shooter I am fed up with their pricing vs. features .. ZV-E1 is 1/2 the price of FX3 with much more features. Waiting to move to Panasonic if they release an SH1 follow-up with a stacked BSI sensor.
@learningcameras 8 ай бұрын
Seriously, now that Panasonic has PDAF, they will be a major player in 2024. They could use a few more native lenses but I'm looking forward to what's next! Have the S5IIX coming in this week
@theeditorrestrial 6 ай бұрын
for "filmmaking" ya never ever use..autofocus. Sure, if you're gonna be a "vlogger" or "influencer" or some other social vid thing , yeah ya don't want to worry about focus while running around. But I was brought up working focus and not having to worry about a camera searching such as how the Nikon z7 will do for example. I Love the GH6..works well and in varying conditions.
@learningcameras 6 ай бұрын
I'd argue that you don't use autofocus for 2 reasons. 1 is that most cameras used in filmmaking don't have autofocus and the lenses used almost never have autofocus motors so it isn't an option. The second is filmmaking uses rehearsed shots with usually multiple operators including dedicated trained focus pullers with focus rigs and monitors. There is a vast sea of people who want to film that aren't in those situations with dedicated focus pullers so for them, the option of reliable autofocus could be a game changer to the way they can shoot. For most of my shoots, I'm solo and often am not able to set up rehearsed shots so when autofocus got reliable, it opened the door for me to get so many more unique shots that were impossible before. But I still love the Gh6, but reliable autofocus would have opened the door to many videographers who are more limited without it and Sony and Canon currently have reliable autofocus cameras
@theeditorrestrial 6 ай бұрын
@@learningcameras pretty close but to add I have worked documentary and reality style shows doing run gun and it’s just something I adapted to. I didn’t work a lot with focus pullers. I do see the benefit of wicked autofocus but it’s just one of those features that’s not a deal killer for me. When I’ve used auto on GH, it’s worked well.
@hoodaud Жыл бұрын
Sad, still can't buy new lumix camera. But iam happy using GH5.
@gumonthepants Жыл бұрын
Why were gimbals advised against in Tokyo?
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure the exact reasons. We didn't seem to have any issues shooting around the city with a decent amount of camera gear although I didn't see any other photographers with tripods while I was there which was interesting
@shaolin95 Жыл бұрын
The R6 ii review coming up soon?
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Yep! I have an initial review that I did when the camera was announced (I got to use it for a few days before the announcement) but I'm working on a bigger one after using it for the past few months
@shaolin95 Жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras can't wait for the one!!! Thanks
@emiwan79 Жыл бұрын
F1.7 on a micro four thirds camera is equal to an f3.4 on most cameras. So the 2.8 standard is still quite better for lowlight and shallow depth of field.
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Yes, full frame is still the low light champ even with the F1.7 lenses but full frame can't deliver 6k60 with almost no rolling shutter, amazing IBIS, and a ton of codecs for $2000 yet.
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
Anyway the f1.7 is one and a half stop better for low light than f2.8. As for bokeh it's also improved.
@castielvargastv7931 Жыл бұрын
An 1.7 is an 1.7 , much better than 2.8 for low light. 3.4 depth of field is more than good enough. I always film in 2.8 which is 5.6 in full frame as i want everything in focus not just one eye
@mirogor5333 Жыл бұрын
Only for depth of field. 1.7 light is 1.7 light regardless of the system. If you put a 2.8 glass in a full frame camera and enter asp-c mode, will your lens darken?
@edvelfilms 11 ай бұрын
@@mirogor5333 it does a little bit on the corners. I tested it myself with Lumix S5
@daprincehwc Жыл бұрын
Till today Panasonic is the only company that make cameras that gives you more for less Infarct they put other cameras on their toes by packing feature ahead of its time, for me i cant complain about lumix line judging from what you're getting vs what you paid. even without good PDAF,
@ruff1draft Жыл бұрын
Let's hope Panasonic put the new Phase detect autofocus in the Panasonic GH6 with a new firmware update
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
It can't be done via firmware...you have to replace the sensor so Panasonic needs to develop a new M43 sensor for a GH7 with phase detection in order to get improvements in tracking performance
@ruff1draft Жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras But it's there newest technology from like a year ago. Maybe they might try it would be a nice surprise
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras The S5 and S5M2 both use Sony sensors. I do think that GH6M2 will revert back to Sony sensors.
@kanohane Жыл бұрын
I have no issues with the autofocus on my gh6....but I'm also brown.... so I dunno why ppl complain about autofocus....mine never misses
@Kainthemain Жыл бұрын
still use the gh5 :P
@mrdamiansingh Жыл бұрын
Panasonic was like Dan we need to sell all our GH6 please sell it out the people obviously this camera is no good ! Forget all the specs! The autofocus in the camera makes it a dudD 😢 but I would love to see M43 comeback strong with a GH7 phase 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 for sure
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Obviously it didn't go quite like that lol. First I already had the camera and use it plus I mentioned autofocus as well so you know what to expect. But yeah, it's not the best focusing camera in the world but it has 10 other things it does better than any other 2k video camera so it really depends on needs. But I think all new Panasonic cameras will have phase
@johnclay7644 Жыл бұрын
good 11mins
@IMDABROWN Жыл бұрын
wow didn't realize its been a year.
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Next month! But I did have it a bit early so technically I have had it a year lol
@gavriel_adi Жыл бұрын
Launched on 02/22/2022
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
@@gavriel_adi I was lucky enough to have it before the announcement!
@gavriel_adi Жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras Enjoy, and thanks for the video
@CARambolagen 9 ай бұрын
GH6 or S5ii - that is the question!?
@learningcameras 9 ай бұрын
GH6 if you ONLY shoot video and more documentary/film style where you'll likely be using 3rd party lenses, shooting manual focus, and maybe even rigging up anamorphic lenses. For hybrid photo/video or run and gun, go with the S5II
@CARambolagen 9 ай бұрын
@@learningcameras Thanks for that info! Much appreciated!
@angeloplayforone Жыл бұрын
Ooohhh, that pulsing on the branches of the tree is so distracting, more then the put of focus footage.
@jax4k152 Жыл бұрын
Just bought new for $1600
@learningcameras Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@SeanTolan_illuminated_imaging 10 ай бұрын
MINE IS BROKEN AT THE REPAIR FACILITY...WATCH OUT FOR THE USB AND HDMI PORTS. They are fragile...a turn of my gimbal and the camera died. Yes, I know....cable clamps. The ability to charge via usb means that if that connection breaks, good luck turning on your camera. Great if you are un and gun not using those ports much, but in a livestream for a church where the camera gets taken down weekly and used for other things, it is a fail point. Trust me guys...use the cable clamps. I am out my GH6 until they get it straightened out.
@antonykeane5586 Жыл бұрын
Only good reason to go GH6 over S5 ii is for 4K 120… I’ll take the larger sensor.
@GrenlandUnderVann Жыл бұрын
Even 4K/60 is a crop on the S5M2.
@pieterpauwelbeelaerts5995 Жыл бұрын
and what about all the overheating issues I hear everywhere in the full frame world? Things like 30 min. recording limit in 10 bit? Not good if you capture a music concert!
@JeffBourke Жыл бұрын
Nah definitely avoid this unit and wait until the GH7 with PDAF.
@JasonMcLoud-lq8kn Жыл бұрын
Man, people are really out of ideas for videos nowadays eh?
@lamasteve6905 6 ай бұрын
Light your subject or retire ! Dan, all movie sets have a lighting team ! They're not just a kid with camera on a new gimbal ? Once the shot is lite right shoot footage. You're not from California ! We make movies !
@learningcameras 6 ай бұрын
Wtf??? People are allowed to make content without lighting teams and massive budgets. This isn't a freaking Alexa... This is a camera marketed towards independent SOLO creators. No idea what point you are even trying to make honestly. There are kids with a camera on a gimbal that have 10x the audience of your properly lit movie...and that's without a marketing budget
@lamasteve6905 6 ай бұрын
Gimbals break and you will not learn movie (know how) listening to untaught people ! @@learningcameras
@motebike 7 ай бұрын
Autofocus still sucks. Period.
@haoliangzhao326 Жыл бұрын
0:05 scene over exposed, terrible dynamic range i'd say
@gurugamer8632 10 ай бұрын
The image from Sony A7S III is best
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