Q: I'm new to shooting with dslr & need a recommended lens for the gh5. range is <$1000. what's your go-to lens for most of everything?

I will be using the Olympus F2.8, 12-40mm lens, I really like this lens because it covers wide to telephoto, since its a zoom lens. Another really great aspect is that it has a constant 2.8 aperture, meaning that if you use it at 40mm or at 12mm the amount of light coming through the lens is the same. Lastly what is important to me is that since micro four thirds cameras are half the sensor to the standard 35mm sensor, the larger the aperture the more shallow depth of field is possible (which is really the downfall of a smaller sensor)...... Another possibility is the Panasonic 12-60mm f2.8-4 which is what this camera is being marketed with, and is a good option but in another way. The Panasonic comes with image stabilization that is suppose to pair well with the Panasonic GH5 bodys in camera stabilization which is a plus, but at the same time it's not a constant aperture. This means that when you zoom in, the light coming in through your lens will decrease, which is truly annoying especially for video work. But another plus is that its zooming capabilities extend to 60mm, or 120mm compared to a 35mm sensor, and this is an extremely versatile range to have available. Overall they both have some pros and some cons, but the Olympus might be cheaper especially if its used since its its been out a couple of years, and the Panasonic is just now being released. Hope this helps.

Q: I've had my gh5 since it came out, the only problem i have is that it overheats. and i'm wondering why, do i have a defective camera?

Yes. Definitely something is wrong. I have run mine for literally 3 hours non-stop recording drag racing with the cameras (I have 3 Gh5s) on tripods in the sun. I have never had one overheat after several hundred hours accumulated over the years. The only thing I have had happened is the sun shining on the screen got it so hot it turned black, but comes right back if you flip the screen so its in the shade

Q: I'm getting a green light on my charger when i insert my exhausted battery. is this normal? or do i need to exchange my charger?

Green light means it is charging, when the light turns off, it is charged. Not a very intuitive design.

Question 1

can u shoot video in a raw format?

Accepted Answer

The GH5 does not record RAW video, but 4:2:2 10bit internally & using the VLOG-L picture profile can get you a similar dynamic range. You can also output to an external recorder, like a Ninja, Assassin or Odyssey to record in Apple Prores to get similar flexibility as RAW video. Every other amazing feature makes up for the fact that it does not shoot in RAW. Voted the best indie filmmaking camera of 2017.

Question 2

I'm new to shooting with dslr & need a recommended lens for the gh5.  range is <$1000.  what's your go-to lens for most of everything?

Accepted Answer

I will be using the Olympus F2.8, 12-40mm lens, I really like this lens because it covers wide to telephoto, since its a zoom lens. Another really great aspect is that it has a constant 2.8 aperture, meaning that if you use it at 40mm or at 12mm the amount of light coming through the lens is the same. Lastly what is important to me is that since micro four thirds cameras are half the sensor to the standard 35mm sensor, the larger the aperture the more shallow depth of field is possible (which is really the downfall of a smaller sensor)...... Another possibility is the Panasonic 12-60mm f2.8-4 which is what this camera is being marketed with, and is a good option but in another way. The Panasonic comes with image stabilization that is suppose to pair well with the Panasonic GH5 bodys in camera stabilization which is a plus, but at the same time it's not a constant aperture. This means that when you zoom in, the light coming in through your lens will decrease, which is truly annoying especially for video work. But another plus is that its zooming capabilities extend to 60mm, or 120mm compared to a 35mm sensor, and this is an extremely versatile range to have available. Overall they both have some pros and some cons, but the Olympus might be cheaper especially if its used since its its been out a couple of years, and the Panasonic is just now being released. Hope this helps.

Question 3

I've had my gh5 since it came out, the only problem i have is that it overheats. and i'm wondering why, do i have a defective camera?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  Definitely something is wrong.  I have run mine for literally 3 hours non-stop recording drag racing with the cameras (I have 3 Gh5s) on tripods in the sun.  I have never had one overheat after several hundred hours accumulated over the years.  The only thing I have had happened is the sun shining on the screen got it so hot it turned black, but comes right back if you flip the screen so its in the shade

Question 4

I'm getting a green light on my charger when i insert my exhausted battery. is this normal? or do i need to exchange my charger?

Accepted Answer

Green light means it is charging, when the light turns off, it is charged. Not a very intuitive design.

Metering Methods	Center-Weighted Average, Multiple, Spot
Exposure Control	aperture-priority, shutter-speed-priority, manual-and-automatic
White Balance Settings	Auto
Self Timer	10 seconds
Crop Mode	Micro Four Thirds
Screen Size	3.2 Inches
Display Type	LCD
Display Fixture Type	Articulating
Display Resolution Maximum	1620
Has Color Screen	Yes
Flash Memory Type	SD / SDHC / SDXC
Memory Slots Available	2
Write Speed	up to 300 MB/s
Compatible Mountings	Micro Four Thirds
Sensor Type	CMOS
Image stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Maximum Aperture	4 f
Expanded ISO Minimum	80
Photo Sensor Resolution	20.3 MP
Photo Sensor Size	Micro Four Thirds
Maximum Shutter Speed	8 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds
Form Factor	Mirrorless
Special Feature	Brightness Control
Color	Black
Item Weight	1.6 Pounds
Video Resolution	4K UHD 2160p
Viewfinder	Electronic
Flash Modes	Red Eye Reduction, Automatic
Camera Flash	Hot Shoe
Skill Level	Professional
Compatible Devices	Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled devices, SD card readers, devices with HDMI inputs
Continuous Shooting	12
Audio Input	Microphone
Flash Sync Speed	1/250 Second
Video Capture Format	MP4, MOV
Battery Weight	1 Grams
Delay between shots	0.08 seconds
Audio Output Type	Headphone
Battery Cell Type	Lithium Ion
Battery Type	1 x DMW-BLF19 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1860 mAh
Processor Description	venus engine
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Aspect Ratio	16:9
File Format	JPEG, Raw
Effective Still Resolution	20.3 MP
JPEG Quality Level	Basic, Fine, Normal
Supported Image Format	AVCHD, JPEG, MP4, MPEG-4, RAW
Bit Depth	10 Bit
Total Still Resolution	20.3 MP
Optical Zoom	1 x
Lens Type	Fisheye
Zoom	Depth from Defocus
Camera Lens	Leica DG Vario-Elmart 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens
Minimum Focal Length	7.87 Inches
Digital Zoom	4 x
Number of Diaphragm Blades	9
Lens Construction	14 Elements in 12 Groups
Photo Filter Size	62 Millimeters
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, HDMI
Wireless Technology	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB 3.0 Ports	2
Total USB Ports	2
Shooting Modes	Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Rough Monochrome, Silky Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Color, Sunshine
Digital-Still	Yes
Movie Mode	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Night vision	No
Auto Focus Technology	Eye Detection
Focus Features	AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF
Autofocus Points	225
Focus Type	Depth from Defocus
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
Autofocus	Yes

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