Panasonic GH6 Body w/Lumix 12- 60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Compact System Camera

Panasonic GH6 Body w/Lumix 12- 60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Compact System Camera

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  Panasonic Lumix GH6 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)

  A pioneer in the Micro Four Thirds class, the Lumix GH6 Mirrorless Camera from Panasonic is a petite beast that challenges full-frame rivals, a powerful hybrid addition to the video-centric GH series that offers cutting-edge tech to cinematographers and photographers alike. The improved processing power of the Venus Engine enables fast sensor readouts for an internal recording of 5.7K 30p in Apple ProRes 422 HQ, FHD 300p, and handheld 100MP photos. The GH6 properly exposes across 13+ stops, features in-body, sensor-shift stabilization, and can be spliced into VariCam footage with its pre-installed V-log image profile. Panasonic has created a compact flagship camera that professionals can choose for stills, as a primary workhorse for independent cinema, or as an extra angle on feature productions.

  Redesigned from the ground up, this sensor improves upon its predecessors in the GH Series with new silicone and software. It has an improved 13+ stops of dynamic range despite its reduced cell size due to the increased number of pixels on the Micro Four Thirds sensor. Use a CFexpress Type B card to internally record 5.7K Apple ProRes 422 HQ, or the SD slot to capture 10-bit 4K120p footage. The ability to record high bitrates and an unlimited recording time set this camera apart from any of its predecessors.

  For maximum sharpness, the sensor is unhindered by a low-pass filter; it smooths out any moiré through intelligent detail processing from its updated Venus engine. Relying on its next-generation image stabilization, this camera synthesizes eight distinct images into a single 100MP image - all without requiring a tripod.

  The Venus Engine has twice the power of previous generations, which enables 75 fps continuous shooting or 300 fps variable frame rate (VFR) slow-motion footage. The Venus Engine's fast sensor readout limits the rolling shutter distortion to keep skyscrapers vertical when shooting from an automobile's action mount or to capture slow-motion footage of quickly moving objects.

  In-body, sensor-shift, 5-axis image stabilization is obtained with a high-precision gyro-sensor and a stabilization algorithm. At all focal lengths, this stabilisation technology offers 7.5 stops of deviance from the shutter speed dictated by the reciprocal rule.

  Its in-body, sensor-shift technology works seamlessly with the optical image stabilization of Panasonic lenses. Electronic stabilisation is available who those who accept the slight cropping effect it requires. Boost I.S. mode is the most extreme form of electronic stabilization, simulating a shot locked off on a tripod.

  The processing speed of the autofocus has been tripled, powering the 315-area contrast-detection depth-from-defocus (DFD) system. The updated algorithm calculates the distance to your subject and predicts whether it is moving closer or further away from the camera, anticipating where it will be for the following frame. It functions by collecting data from several focal planes, then creating a 3D, real-time depth map.

  The subject-tracking focusing system also supports face, eye, head, body, and animal recognition. The autofocus will automatically switch from body recognition to face, then eye recognition as the subject approaches the camera for improved sharpness.

  The Focus Limiter, Manual Focus Assist and an updated joystick enable quick and precise focusing. Zone AF is a less obstructive overlay, and Face Priority in Multi Metering prevents unwanted exposure changes.

  5.7K 30p recording is supported in the high-quality Apple ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422 codecs for visually lossless, high bitrate footage well-suited for intense manipulation in post-production.

  The GH6 supports unlimited recording up to DCI 4K at 60p with 4:2:2 10-bit sampling for pristine detail and depth in colour grading.

  Shooting in V-Log and V-Gamut will give you 12+ stops of dynamic range, which can be increased to 13+ stops by activating its dual-analog gain circuits with Dynamic Range Boost Mode. One circuit using ISO 800 absorbs the richness of the visible spectrum while maintaining detail in the highlights, and ISO 2000 captures low-noise gradients of black in the shadows.

  The well-exposed picture is composited once passing through the Image Synthesis Dedicated Circuit. This makes it different from a dual-native design because you're not selecting one ISO or the other, but both are working in tandem. Dynamic Range Boost Mode is available for footage shot up to 60 fps.

  Panasonic recognizes the importance of shooting extended clips and has designed the GH6 to not have a maximum record time. Extended takes like interviews and live events can be recorded in their entirety, reducing sync errors, and simplifying data management. This is made possible by a fan-driven active cooling design that radiates heat away from the sensor.

  3D noise reduction is achieved by comparing three sequential frames, then automatically scrubbing the noise which appears in only one of the three frames. Intelligent detail processing eliminates the need for a low-pass filter and smooths fine details like hair and wires to minimize moiré patterns.

  Edit seamlessly with VariCam cameras with accurate colour reproduction and subtle gradations from dark areas to highlights. V-log and Hybrid Log-Gamma preserve the maximum amount of data, leaving your colourist with plenty of latitudes to shape the aesthetic with creative LUTs. The GH6 supports both.CUBE and.VLT formats for V-Log View Assist in real-time to approximate the final look of your deliverable.

  Record open gate with the 4:3 sensor for 5.8K 30p 4:2:0 10-bit and 4.4K 60p 4:2:0 10-bit video.

  Store up to 10 anamorphic lenses on the GH6 for quick swaps and ready-to-view, desqueezed footage. Images can be desqueezed in cinemascope size. Magnification rate is also selectable from 1.30x, 1.33x, 1.5x, 1.8x or 2.0x.

  The Image Stabiliser Anamorphic setting is ideal for using an anamorphic lens. To properly interpret the visual information for stabilization processing, select from 1.30x, 1.33x, 1.5x, 1.8x or 2.0x depending on the lens magnification.

  By shooting in high frame rate (HFR) 4K you can boost your frame rate to 120p, or 1080p will give you 240p to play with. If you can do without a scratch track, freeze time with the super-slow 300 fps variable frame rate (VFR) footage in 10-bit FHD. Autofocus remains available to actively make changes while recording up to 200 fps.

  Simultaneous internal and external recording via the HDMI port broadens your options for redundancy and storage, particularly convenient when shooting live events over an hour long. Record in resolutions up to DCI 4K in 17:9 with a bit depth up to 4:2:2, 10-bit, and frame rates up to 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p.

  Enhanced audio features enable high-quality audio recording. The GH6 is always ready to capture 48kHz 24-bit with a built-in mic. Boost that to 96kHz 24-bit with an external mic. For recording interviews with multiple mics, HDMI will output 4-channels of audio data.

  Though Lumix is known for stellar video production, it excels as a hybrid camera with its 100MP stills, a wide dynamic range, 7.5 stops of dual image stabilization, and continuous shooting up to 75 fps with an electronic shutter.

  Image stabilization technology enables 8 consecutive stills to be synthesized into one high-resolution, 100MP image without the use of a tripod. Dynamic Range Boost Mode is automatically engaged in all photo modes.

  Details are retained and colour noise is reduced, even when shooting in dimly lit conditions that require high ISO. When conditions are less-than-ideal, 2D noise reduction gives your photos a more natural and three-dimensional quality.

  Manually select between several shutter modes depending on your needs: a mechanical shutter type, electronic front curtain type, electronic shutter type, electronic shutter type with noise reduction after shooting at a slow shutter speed, or let the camera automatically switch the shutter type depending on the conditions and shutter speed.

  Achieve 75 fps burst shooting (AFS, electronic shutter) while maintaining 25.2 megapixels due to the faster readout speed of the GH6 sensor and the superior processing power of the new Venus Engine. The high sensor readout speed reduces rolling shutter distortion. Shoot 75 fps with an electronic shutter and AFS or 14 fps with a mechanical shutter and AFS. With AFC, you can shoot at up to 8 fps with a mechanical shutter or 7 fps with an electronic shutter.

  Several picture profiles are included to save time editing, including L. Classic Neo, a film-like effect with nostalgic, soft colouring. L. Monochrome S is a black and white effect with a gentle touch suited to portraits. Cinelike modes have a film-like finishing touch using a gamma curve to prioritize dynamic range or contrast.

  For professional control, V-Log's flat profile is available when taking stills. Manually adjust the contrast, saturation and sharpness and save it as My Photo Style 1-10 for a detailed profile down to the ISO and white balance.

  The free-angle 3.0-inch 1.84m-dot LCD screen tilts toward the shooter, enabling high- and low-angle shots, as well as positions in tight corners that would otherwise be extremely difficult to properly frame and focus your camera. It is high contrast, high brightness, and high visibility even under strong sunlight. Its intuitive design uses static touch control and has an improved locking mechanism for easier use.

  The dual card slot provides options dependent on the bitrate of your shoot. The CFexpress Type B slot is necessary to record higher bitrate formats like Apple ProRes 422 HQ and 800 Mb/s 4:2:2 10-bit ALL-Intra footage. The SD card slot records bitrates up to 600 Mb/s when using high-performance UHS-II U3 Class 10 SD cards.

  The body of the GH6 is engineered to keep out precipitation and dust down to 14°F. Despite its sealed design, heat dispersal is attained through an electric fan, heat sink, and frame that radiates heat away from the sensor, engine, and memory card.

  Spend less time rummaging through digital menus by using its dual ring selectors to find your preferred shooting mode. The design of the camera incorporates dedicated buttons for key features like the zoomed-in manual focus assist box and audio information button for quick adjustments of the levels.

  An additional video record button on the face of the GH6 is more accessible when mounted on a shoulder rig. The camera is designed to be as small and lightweight as possible, increasing its compatibility with motorized gimbals and commercial drones (available separately).

  To expand the flexibility of data transfers and remote control, wireless options are built into the design. Wi-Fi 5GHz and Bluetooth v5.0 enable the transfer of photos and footage to a cell phone, which can then be beamed to a news station. Updating the camera's firmware can be accomplished wirelessly via a smartphone.

  Remotely control up to 12 GH6 cameras via and LUMIX Tether app via USB. Adjust settings like the metering mode, recording quality, and focus mode, then transfer the footage to the computer after recording. When prepping those cameras, save time and reduce errors by using the Lumix SYNC app to wirelessly match the recording settings.

  This camera provides options to connect to external devices. The USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C enables data transfers of 10Gb/s, powers the camera, or charges the battery. The HDMI Type-A port feeds the footage to an external recorder, or the hot shoe mount connects to an XLR expansion device like the DMW-XLR1 (available separately).

  A 3.5mm headphone jack is located on the side of the camera, above the 3.5mm headphone jack. On the front of the camera, a flash synchro socket doubles as timecode in/out when using the included BNC converter cable.

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  Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm/F3.5-5.6 Aspherical lens Power O.I.S.

  The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm/F3.5-5.6 Aspherical lens Power O.I.S. offers a versatile 5x zoom range of 24-120mm (35mm camera equivalent) to fully cover a variety of daily shooting situations such as a dynamic landscape to portrait. It also features 0.54x (35mm camera equivalent) magnification capability for impressive macro close-up shots.

  LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S. features splash/dust-proof design that can be used even under the rainy weather. The stylish and sophisticated design matches the LUMIX G Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) cameras. Highly reliable metal mount endures long time use.

  Incorporating an inner focus drive system and stepping motor, this lens is capable of smooth, silent operation to work with the camera’s high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system for both photo and video recording. It is also compatible with the sensor drive at max. 240 fps to take maximum advantage of cameras with high-speed AF. This stunning AF performance is excellent enough to record 4K video, where precise focusing is severely required.

  The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) effectively compensates for the hand-shake movement, making it easy to shoot even in low-lit situations. The lens works with Dual I.S. (Image Stabilizer) system when mounted on compliant LUMIX DSLM camera.

  Comprising of 11 elements in 9 groups, this lens system features 3 aspherical lenses and an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens which effectively suppress spherical distortion or chromatic aberration to achieve stunning picture quality. The adoption of these lenses also realizes high mobility. Multi-coated lens elements minimize ghosts and flare to further enhance its shooting performance. Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces an attractively smooth effect in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings.

   

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  Panasonic Lumix GH6 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)

  Imaging

  Lens Mount

  Micro Four Thirds

  Sensor Type

  17.3 x 13 mm (Four Thirds) MOS

  Sensor Resolution

  Actual: 26.52 Megapixel
  Effective: 25.2 Megapixel (5776 x 4336)

  Crop Factor

  2x

  Aspect Ratio

  1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9

  Image File Format

  JPEG, Raw

  Bit Depth

  10-Bit

  Image Stabilisation

  Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

   

  Exposure Control

  Shutter Speed

  Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
  1/2000 to 60 Seconds
  Up to 30 Minutes in Bulb Mode
  Electronic Shutter
  1/32000 to 1 Second
  to 60 Seconds in Bulb Mode
  1/25,000 to 1/8 Second in Movie Mode

  Metering Method

  Centre-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot

  Exposure Modes

  Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority

  Exposure Compensation

  -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)

  Metering Range

  0 to 18 EV

  Continuous Shooting

  Mechanical Shutter
  Up to 14 fps for up to 65 Frames (Raw) / 95 Frames (JPEG)
  Electronic Shutter
  Up to 75 fps for up to 200 Frames (Raw) / 200 Frames (JPEG)

  Interval Recording

  Yes

  Self-Timer

  2/3/10-Second Delay

   

  Video

  Recording Modes

  H.264/MOV/MPEG-4 AVC/ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit
  5728 x 3024 at 29.97p [1900 Mb/s]
  5728 x 3024 at 23.98p/24.00p [1500 Mb/s]
  5728 x 3024 at 25p [1600 Mb/s]
  H.264/MOV/MPEG-4 AVC/ProRes 422 4:2:2 10-Bit
  5728 x 3024 at 29.97p [1300 Mb/s]
  5728 x 3024 at 25p [1100 Mb/s]
  5728 x 3024 at 23.98p/24.00p [1000 Mb/s]
  H.264 ALL-Intra/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
  4096 x 2160 at 47.95p/50p/59.94p [600 to 800 Mb/s]
  4096 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [400 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 47.95p/50p/59.94p [600 to 800 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [400 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 200p/239.76p [800 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 100p/119.88p [400 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1980 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p/47.95p/50p/59.94p [200 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 50i/59.94i [100 Mb/s]
  H.264 Long GOP/MOV/MPEG-4 AVC 4:2:2 10-Bit
  4096 x 2160 at 50p/59.94p [200 Mb/s]
  4096 x 2160 at 47.95p [200 Mb/s]
  4096 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [150 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 47.95p/50p/59.94p [200 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [150 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 200p/239.76p [200 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 100p/119.88p [150 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p/47.95p/50p/59.94p [100 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 59.94i [50 Mb/s]
  H.265 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
  5760 x 4320 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [200 Mb/s]
  5728 x 3024 at 47.95p/48.00p/50p/59.94p [300 Mb/s]
  5728 x 3024 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [200 Mb/s]
  4352 x 3264 at 47.95p/48.00p/50p/59.94p [300 Mb/s]
  4096 x 2160 at 100p/119.88p [300 Mb/s]
  4096 x 2160 at 47.95p/50p/59.94p [200 Mb/s]
  4096 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [150 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 100p/119.88p [300 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 47.95p/50p/59.94p [200 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p [150 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [100 Mb/s]
  3840 x 2160 at 23.98p/25p/29.97p [72 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 200p/239.76p [200 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 100p/119.88p [150 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 23.98p/24.00p/25p/29.97p/47.95p/50p/59.94p [100 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 50p/59.94p [28 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 25p/29.97p [20 Mb/s]
  1920 x 1080 at 23.98p [24 Mb/s]

  External Recording Modes

  4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
  DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 50p/59.94p
  UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50p/59.94p

  Recording Limit

  Unlimited for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 59.94p (4:2:2 10-Bit)

   

  Focus

  Focus Type

  Auto and Manual Focus

  Focus Mode

  Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Focus Lock AF Area Mode, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF, Touch AF & Shutter

  Autofocus Points

  Photo, Video
  Contrast Detection: 315

   

  Viewfinder

  Type

  Built-In Electronic (OLED)

  Resolution

  3,680,000 Dot

  EyePoint

  21 mm

  Magnification

  Approx. 100x

  Diopter Adjustment

  -4 to +3

   

  Monitor

  Size

  3"

  Resolution

  1,840,000 Dot

  Display Type

  Free-Angle Tilting Touchscreen LCD

   

  Flash

  Built-In Flash

  No

  Maximum Sync Speed

  1/250 Second

  Flash Compensation

  -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)

  Dedicated Flash System

  TTL

  External Flash Connection

  Hot Shoe

   

  Interface

  Media/Memory Card Slot

  Slot 1: CFexpress Type B
  Slot 2: SD/SDHC (UHS-II) [U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]

   

  Environmental

  Operating Temperature

  14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C

  Storage Humidity

  10 to 80%

   

  Physical

  Battery Type

  1 x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Approx. 350 Shots)

  Dimensions (W x H x D)

  5.45 x 3.95 x 3.92" / 13.84 x 10.03 x 9.96 cm

  Weight

  1.8 lb / 823 g (Body with Battery and Memory)
  1.63 lb / 739 g (Body Only)

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  Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm/F3.5-5.6 Aspherical lens Power O.I.S.
  Lens Construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (3 aspherical lenses, 1 ED lens)

  Nano Surface Coating: no

  Mount: Micro Four Thirds mount

  Optical Image Stabiliser: Yes (POWER O.I.S.)

  Focal Length: f=12-60mm (35mm camera equivalent 24-120mm)

  Aperture Type: 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm

  Maximum Aperture: F3.5 (Wide) – F5.6 (Tele)

  Minimum Aperture: F22

  Closest Focusing Distance: 0.20m / 0.66ft (Wide), 0.25m / 0.82ft (Tele)

  Maximum magnification:  0.27x / 0.54x (35mm camera equivalent)

  Diagonal Angle of View: 84.05°(Wide) to 20.44°(Tele)

  Filter Size: φ58mm / 2.3inch

  Max. Diameter: φ66.0mm / 2.6inch

  Overall Length: Approx. 71mm / 2.80inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)

  Weight: Approx. 210g / 7.41oz (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood)