Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
12.1-megapixel 4/3-type MOS sensor; interchangeable lens system digital camera
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 sample video - auto focus transition
Here we demonstrate the GH1's autofocus in action during HD recording. The focus starts on the rose and as the camera tilts up the focus ...
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About Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Kit
Panasonic really did its homework designing the DMC-GH1. It uses the Micro Four Thirds System standard, which eliminates the mirror box and employs an optical viewfinder, replacing it with a high resolution LCD eyepiece. The result, a compact package that feels comfortable and solid. For the consumer looking for a step up from the pocket camera but doesn’t want a big DSLR, this is just the right choice.
The interchangeable supplied 14-140mm Leica Vario lens is significantly heavier than the body. Panasonic didn’t scrimp by trying to make a light body and light weight lens. And as any pro camera person knows, the lens is what can make all the difference. You can have a great camera body but put a cheap lens on it and there is no way to get good quality results.
So what to shoot to put the GH1 to the test? I thought about it a while and called a few friends and asked if they would like to help. After some, “no really Panasonic sent me this camera to test…” I managed to get a few Thai models to meet me at a roof top pool in the heart of Bangkok.
Needless to say, shooting bikini models for a few hours to test the camera was a very fun way to go. The results as you can see above, were excellent (set the resolution pull down menu on YouTube to 720p resolution for the best view). The camera boasts a 12 megapixel sensor. It allows you to shoot in various formats including 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9. The auto focus is quick and features a follow me mode which is very helpful when shooting video. The ISO sensitivity is good but not great. Moderate and strong lighting conditions provide excellent results. The low light images do get a little grainy but acceptable. Image capture is stored on SDHC card, which make it very easy for transferring your images to your PC when shooting is completed. The kit comes with a 14-140mm Leica lens which covered me easily in all the shooting situations that I ran into. But it is nice to know that you can change lenses for any situation that you may run into.