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Lumix G Micro Four Thirds (MFT) System
Developed in 2008, Micro Four Thirds revolutionised the photographic market. The MFT system removed the reflex mirror and replaced it with a high quality electronic viewfinder that reads the image coming through the lens as it is focussed directly on the image sensor. The mirror-less system allows the sensor to be mounted much closer to the back of the lens, which in turn allows both the camera body and lenses to be smaller and lighter without compromising the image quality.
Large LIVE MOS Image Sensor
The size and type of sensor was a critical part in the development of Lumix G. 8x larger than the sensor used in a typical compact camera, and large enough to capture all the light coming through the lens without bending or distortion. The Micro Four Thirds sensor is almost as large as a Digital SLR APS-C sized sensor, but is designed to match the lens mount aperture perfectly, allowing the light to enter the camera in a straight line.
Supersonic Wave Filter Self Cleaning Sensor System
Dust particles on the image sensor have been a common problem with interchangeable lens cameras. It is important to take care not to allow particles to enter the camera body when swapping lenses. Panasonic have a Supersonic Wave Filter built in to our Lumix G models. The filter sits directly in front of the image sensor, preventing dust particles from adhering to the sensor directly. Every time the camera is powered up, the filter vibrates at such a high frequency that dust particles are literally shaken off.
A Growing Range Of Compatible Interchangeable Lenses
Whatever photo opportunity arises, the growing number of creative lenses available for the Micro Four Thirds System ensures that you won't miss out. Over 30 models from manufacturers such as Olympus, Sigma, Leica and, of course, Panasonic are already available with more being added regularly.
Optional adaptor rings available for a wide range of lenses
Mount Adaptors Available for Leica M, Leica R and Four Thirds Lenses
The Micro Four Thirds system also supports the range of lenses available for the original Four Thirds standard, by way of the MA1 adaptor ring. Also for Leica enthusiasts, adaptor rings are available for the Leica M and Leica R lenses.
Photo Quality
18.31MP (16.05MP Effective) Digital Output LIVE MOS Sensor
Panasonic's most sophisticated and powerful Live MOS sensor incorporates a built-in Analogue to Digital convertor which eliminates signal noise in the output stage. The advantage of this is exceptionally clean images are generated even at ISO sensitivity settings as high as 12800.
Ultra High Speed 0.09 sec Auto-focus Capability
Our fastest ever auto-focus speed can be obtained when combining this camera with the H-PS14042 power zoom lens. The combination of this lightning fast sensor and lens control means you get the action in focus more of the time.
50P FULL HD Video Mode With AVCHD Progressive & Super High Bit Rate
AVCHD Progressive - capturing 50 progressive frames per second in Full HD resolution
The newly developed Venus Engine FHD supports the latest AVCHD Progressive video recording format. Capturing 50 progressive frames per second in Full HD resolution (1920x1080).
MP4 Video Recording Mode For High Compatibility
Also offered in video record mode is MP4 (H.264) format recording. High Definition video including 1920x1080 can be shot at 25 Progressive frames per second.
Full-time Auto Focus Available during Video Recording
Due to the mirror-less design and Contrast Auto Focus system, auto focussing is continuously available during video recording.
Functionality & Ease of Use
High-resolution free-angle, smart-touch LCD screen
920k pixels, 3.0 Inch, Free-Angle, Touch Screen LCD
The free-angle, 3.0 inch, 920,000 pixel high resolution LCD offers greater flexibility when getting the camera in position to take the shot. Panasonic have also made it a smart touch screen so that you can enjoy features like Touch Shutter, Touch AF Tracking and Touch Zoom (when Power Zoom lens is fitted).
High Resolution Live View Electronic View Finder With Eye Sensor
High resolution EVF with eye sensor
A full colour, high resolution (1.44M dots equivalent) electronic viewfinder offering 100% field-of-view, a slightly magnified image (1.4x) and a diopter control enable you to see detail clearly in the image.
Eye-Sensor AF Control
The Electronic Live Viewfinder incorporates an eye sensor that automatically switches the display from the LCD screen to the EVF when it detects a person looking in to it. The Eye Sensor AF automatically starts focusing when a photographer looks into the LVF to capture the spur-of-the-moment.
New Touch-Pad AF Control
When using the Electronic Live Viewfinder the free-angle LCD screen doubles up as a touch-pad. This conveniently enables you to select or move the Auto Focus point without taking your eye off the viewfinder.
At full resolution it is possible to capture an incredible 6 frames per second
6fps High speed burst shooting with full resolution
Two high-speed burst modes are offered. At full resolution it is possible to capture an incredible 6 frames per second. When the action is mega fast, there is the option of super high speed which shoots 20 fps at a resolution of 4 Mega Pixels.
Electronic (Silent Shutter) Mode
Using the electronic shutter completely eliminates AF and shutter noise
Although the camera shutter noise can be reassuring, to let you know that the shot has taken, sometimes it's better to have no noise at all. In some shooting situations a noise may frighten or upset your subject. The Electronic shutter mode allows silent operation of the camera.
Enhanced Shooting Assist Function - Level Gauge
A handy Level Gauge is provided on the display that helps you to correctly align the camera. Whether shooting in a landscape or portrait orientation, the camera's internal gyro sensor always knows the angle of the camera and displays guide lines on screen to help you hold the camera level.
Enhanced Shooting Assist Function - Multiple Scene Shooting Guide
To help you learn to shoot like a pro photographer, Panasonic have introduced a scene guide that shows you what your pictures could look like with the correct settings. 23 professionally shot photographic scene examples are pre loaded in the camera. You select the one that you wish to try and emulate and the guide explains how to do it.
Up to 14 creative filter effects can be selected before taking your shot
14 Creative Effect Filters
Up to 14 creative filter effects can be selected before taking your shot. These six standard effects: Expressive, Retro, High Key, Sepia, High Dynamic and Miniature have now been added to with the inclusion of Toy Effect, Low Key, Star Filter, One Point Colour, Dynamic Monochrome, Soft Filter, Impressive Art and Cross Process offering you a wider choice of creative style.
HDR Shooting Mode
The best parts of three photos are combined to produce a photo with natural brightness and detail
HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode allows for natural looking photos to be created from difficult shooting scenes where background lighting is too strong for subjects in the foreground. Three photos with different exposures are consecutively shot with one shutter release. The best parts of three photos are combined to produce a photo with excellent gradation and minimal shadow blocking/blown highlights.
New Function Control Lever
The handy function lever makes controlling key functions easier. Zoom operation of the power zoom lenses, Aperture and exposure settings (when in manual mode), playback zoom and quick menu selection are all now available.
Built-in Pop-up Flash (GN10.5)
A powerful pop-up flash is provided. The guide number of 10.5 means the flash will illuminate objects up to approximately 10.5 feet from the camera when using the kit lens.
High Quality Kit Lens Supplied
LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14-42mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.
Supplied as a high quality kit lens, the innovative H-PS14042 is a small and lightweight electric-powered zoom lens. The unique retractable design makes the lens ultra-compact when not powered up making it easy to transport.
Product Description
The newly integrated 16.05-megapixels Digital Live MOS Sensor with Panasonic's original pixel mix technology suppresses the noise generation and achieves excellent S/N ratio. The redesigned Venus Engine features exceptionally advanced signal processing capabilities to render clear, crisp images in both photo and video recording. The 3DNR detects smooth part and the edge part of a picture and adjust the strength of noise reduction. The Multi-process NR quickly detects brightness in each part and applies optimum noise reduction. The DMC-G5 features the fast and accurate Light Speed AF enables...
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
55 of 56 people found the following review helpful
By Kal Cave
Colour Name:Black|Size Name:Body Only
I too have had this camera for over a week now.
I don't usually feel the need to write reviews myself but this camera is so good that I decided I really had to!
I only recently starting taking photos seriously, having bought a GF2 in January (not knowing at that point if I would get into it seriously enough to appreciate full manual controls).
Since then, my photography has really taken off and I felt I was being limited by the hardware of the GF2 (lack of viewfinder, slow autofocus, lack of remote shutter socket, etc.) so was looking at upgrading to the G3.
Instead, I took the plunge and bought the G5 and I'm so glad I did!
I can't tell you how the G5 compares to the G3, but from the perspective of someone who owns an older M43 camera wanting to upgrade, short of spending £1000 on an Olympus EM-5 I can't see a better M43 option.
I'm using the Panasonic 20mm pancake and the 45-200mm telephoto lenses (which are both fantastic) and am really happy with what I can capture.
The LCD screen is excellent, high resolution and responsive to touch.
The electronic viewfinder is also excellent, especially in bright conditions.
The two can be used in conjunction as a new feature called "touchpad" which allows you to select using the LCD screen where to autofocus, while looking down the viewfinder.
Speaking of the autofocus, so far I've found it to be generally excellent. It's mostly very fast and accurate, although in low light has occasionally struggled.
Other new features of note are the function lever, situated just behind the shutter button, which allows control of the power zoom or I've been using it to select aperture size, while leaving the wheel for changing the shutter speed.
The G5 also has the ability to produce onboard HDR images, and has a wealth of creative and colour modes (the same as found on the recent GF5).
The G5 is also extremely comfortable to hold for long periods of time, and features a larger grip to that of the G3. The battery in the G5 is the same as that in the GH2 and allows for around 320 shots per charge.
All in all, so glad I bought this camera!
To see the G5 in action, check out my photos at: <...>
I don't usually feel the need to write reviews myself but this camera is so good that I decided I really had to!
I only recently starting taking photos seriously, having bought a GF2 in January (not knowing at that point if I would get into it seriously enough to appreciate full manual controls).
Since then, my photography has really taken off and I felt I was being limited by the hardware of the GF2 (lack of viewfinder, slow autofocus, lack of remote shutter socket, etc.) so was looking at upgrading to the G3.
Instead, I took the plunge and bought the G5 and I'm so glad I did!
I can't tell you how the G5 compares to the G3, but from the perspective of someone who owns an older M43 camera wanting to upgrade, short of spending £1000 on an Olympus EM-5 I can't see a better M43 option.
I'm using the Panasonic 20mm pancake and the 45-200mm telephoto lenses (which are both fantastic) and am really happy with what I can capture.
The LCD screen is excellent, high resolution and responsive to touch.
The electronic viewfinder is also excellent, especially in bright conditions.
The two can be used in conjunction as a new feature called "touchpad" which allows you to select using the LCD screen where to autofocus, while looking down the viewfinder.
Speaking of the autofocus, so far I've found it to be generally excellent. It's mostly very fast and accurate, although in low light has occasionally struggled.
Other new features of note are the function lever, situated just behind the shutter button, which allows control of the power zoom or I've been using it to select aperture size, while leaving the wheel for changing the shutter speed.
The G5 also has the ability to produce onboard HDR images, and has a wealth of creative and colour modes (the same as found on the recent GF5).
The G5 is also extremely comfortable to hold for long periods of time, and features a larger grip to that of the G3. The battery in the G5 is the same as that in the GH2 and allows for around 320 shots per charge.
All in all, so glad I bought this camera!
To see the G5 in action, check out my photos at: <...>
66 of 69 people found the following review helpful
Colour Name:Black|Size Name:Body Only
The idea of the Micro Four-Thirds system - DSLR performance and flexibility without the size and weight - really appealed to me, but I didn't like Olympus' retro styling, and Panasonic's first couple of G series cameras, the G1 and G2, weren't that much smaller than low-end DSLRs. Then Panasonic launched the G3, an M43 camera that was noticeably smaller than equivalent DSLRs, and I took the plunge.
I loved (and still love) the G3 - by far my favorite digital camera of the numerous models I've used. It takes still images that are comparable with those I can get from my Canon EOS 550D - the only area where it loses out to the EOS is in very low-light photography. In terms of video recording, it's in a different league from the EOS, which is seriously compromised as a video camera - the G3 is superb for video. And it manages this in a body which is two-thirds the size and weight of an EOS.
When the G5 was announced, I couldn't see any reason to upgrade from the G3 - and then I noticed the button layout. One of my few gripes about the G3 was the lack of a dedicated focus/exposure lock button - it seems I wasn't alone in this, as Panasonic have added one to the G5, in a sensible place where it is easy to use. That alone was enough to tempt me, and eventually I weakened...
I've now been using the G5 for a week, and guess what? I have a new favorite camera... The G5 does everything the G3 did, just as well as the G3 did it. The main difference between the two is in handling - the new hand grip and the redesign of the buttons, and the addition of an eye sensor to detect when the viewfinder is in use. These are small changes, but they make the G5 so much nicer to use than the G3. Cleverly, they haven't added much size to the camera - the body is slightly thicker, but this is compensated for by the viewfinder protruding less than it did on the G3, and the handgrip is still shorter than any lens, so the overall dimensions in use haven't changed.
There are other improvements as well - the maximum ISO has doubled to 12,800, and the quality of low-light shots has improved noticeably. The rear LCD is higher resolution and faster to respond, and this difference is very noticeable, and the menus have been redesigned to make use of the new screen, and look a lot better as a result.
I'm not quite convinced that I can sell my EOS and use the G5 for everything from now on, but I'm not far off it. This is a superb camera, excellent for both stills and video, with a wide range of lenses and accessories, and with the M43 advantage of small size and weight. If you are in the market for a camera at this price point, I'd recommend it without reservation.
I loved (and still love) the G3 - by far my favorite digital camera of the numerous models I've used. It takes still images that are comparable with those I can get from my Canon EOS 550D - the only area where it loses out to the EOS is in very low-light photography. In terms of video recording, it's in a different league from the EOS, which is seriously compromised as a video camera - the G3 is superb for video. And it manages this in a body which is two-thirds the size and weight of an EOS.
When the G5 was announced, I couldn't see any reason to upgrade from the G3 - and then I noticed the button layout. One of my few gripes about the G3 was the lack of a dedicated focus/exposure lock button - it seems I wasn't alone in this, as Panasonic have added one to the G5, in a sensible place where it is easy to use. That alone was enough to tempt me, and eventually I weakened...
I've now been using the G5 for a week, and guess what? I have a new favorite camera... The G5 does everything the G3 did, just as well as the G3 did it. The main difference between the two is in handling - the new hand grip and the redesign of the buttons, and the addition of an eye sensor to detect when the viewfinder is in use. These are small changes, but they make the G5 so much nicer to use than the G3. Cleverly, they haven't added much size to the camera - the body is slightly thicker, but this is compensated for by the viewfinder protruding less than it did on the G3, and the handgrip is still shorter than any lens, so the overall dimensions in use haven't changed.
There are other improvements as well - the maximum ISO has doubled to 12,800, and the quality of low-light shots has improved noticeably. The rear LCD is higher resolution and faster to respond, and this difference is very noticeable, and the menus have been redesigned to make use of the new screen, and look a lot better as a result.
I'm not quite convinced that I can sell my EOS and use the G5 for everything from now on, but I'm not far off it. This is a superb camera, excellent for both stills and video, with a wide range of lenses and accessories, and with the M43 advantage of small size and weight. If you are in the market for a camera at this price point, I'd recommend it without reservation.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Colour Name:Black| Size Name:14-42mm Lens|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this to take pictures of my new grandaughter and have been very pleased with the whole package.
The camera is small and light in weight, but easy to grip and hold in one hand.
The folding LCD display is great when taking pictures from funny angles.
There are loads of automatic and manual options which are fun to experiment with.
Set it to auto and it just takes good pictures with no fuss.
I particularly like burst mode for capturing just the right expression when your subject isn't blinking or pulling a face.
The bright electronic viewfinder is excellent when high ambient light makes the lcd screen difficult to see.
I also much appreciate the simple diopter adjustment on the viewfinder which accomodates for my short sight.
You need to buy a memory card separately. Go for the biggest fastest you can afford - e.g.SANDISK Extreme Pro 16GB.
Finally I did a good deal of research against other brands and of the standard lenses.
I have found the standard Panasonic H-FS014042 14-42 is perfectly good for most purposes from landscapes to portraits, and indoor and out in varying light levels.
This package with the standard 14-42 lens is very good value for money.
Decisive factors for me are the electronic viewfinder with diopter adjustment, good quality standard zoom lens, in a value for money package.
The camera is small and light in weight, but easy to grip and hold in one hand.
The folding LCD display is great when taking pictures from funny angles.
There are loads of automatic and manual options which are fun to experiment with.
Set it to auto and it just takes good pictures with no fuss.
I particularly like burst mode for capturing just the right expression when your subject isn't blinking or pulling a face.
The bright electronic viewfinder is excellent when high ambient light makes the lcd screen difficult to see.
I also much appreciate the simple diopter adjustment on the viewfinder which accomodates for my short sight.
You need to buy a memory card separately. Go for the biggest fastest you can afford - e.g.SANDISK Extreme Pro 16GB.
Finally I did a good deal of research against other brands and of the standard lenses.
I have found the standard Panasonic H-FS014042 14-42 is perfectly good for most purposes from landscapes to portraits, and indoor and out in varying light levels.
This package with the standard 14-42 lens is very good value for money.
Decisive factors for me are the electronic viewfinder with diopter adjustment, good quality standard zoom lens, in a value for money package.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great camera
Takes great photographs, easy to use, nice and compact for such an advanced camera. I particularly like the electronic viewfinder and its eye sensor.
Published 1 month ago by Richard J. Swinney
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lumix G5
After long consideration I bought this camera body as an upgrade to the G3 which I already had.
The camera bodies are very similar overall but the improvement in grip and... Read more
The camera bodies are very similar overall but the improvement in grip and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Robert Johnston
5.0 out of 5 stars
The business
There is a bewildering range of bridge cameras and DSLRs out there, so why did I choose the Lumix G5 (apart from its Which Best Buy rating)? Read more
Published 2 months ago by TL
4.0 out of 5 stars
Which? Recommended
I bought this camera mainly on the Which? magazine reccommendation. It is early days but I am very impressed with the low - light performance, much better than my old Olympus E510... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. A. E. Radnor
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
I have bought into the microfourthirds system previously, and I own the EPL2, and 4 lenses.
This camera was a great addition to my collection. Read more
This camera was a great addition to my collection. Read more
Published 3 months ago by SFMK
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good low light results and focus . A brilliant camera Lumix G5
Excellent results even in very low light conditions. Brillaint focus every time . THe camera has user friendly menu which can be mastered very quickly
Published 4 months ago by joshi
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great alternative to DSLRs
I love the size and weight of this camera, I can carry camera and two other lenses and its less than a quarter of the weight I used to carry with my Canon gear. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Smee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Camera
Which magazine rated Best Buy. This is an excellent camera. Very light, easy to handle, excellent photos. Would definately recommend.
Published 4 months ago by Dawn Appleby
1.0 out of 5 stars
Very disappointed
Camera was light, manageable but lens zoom was rough and notchy. However, worse was appalling colour reproduction
which was completely bizarre and unacceptable
which was completely bizarre and unacceptable
Published 4 months ago by E N Richards
5.0 out of 5 stars
A little cracker!
There are always trade-offs in choosing the exact camera for purpose. My wife and I take photographs mainly for travel and gigs and want as close to dSLR quality as possible, a... Read more
Published 4 months ago by M. Watts
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