Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

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Introduction:

A true hybrid, halfway between photography and video. While that was already the letter of its predecessor, the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 reinforces the same idea with a long list of new features. Armed with a new 16-megapixel Live MOS, a touch screen that boasts the fastest contrasting approach of the moment, still championing the AVCHD format to deliver sequences of 1920 x 1080 24p and 50i points, bringing its flow 24 Mbps data Writing. Despite the increased resolution is a classic when renewing a model, champions of the Four Thirds System and Micro Four Thirds always been cautious in this regard. Therefore, the jump from 12 to 16 megapixels starring the newly announced Lumix Panasonic DMC-GH2 is especially unique in this catalog.

With an intuitive touch control, the new DMC-GH2 has the autofocus system LightSpeed world's fastest AF approx. 0.1 seconds to take snapshots with a very sharp focus. Key components, including engine sensor and image processing have been improved for even greater performance from the camera at the time of capture stunning images in high resolution, with a beautiful gradation and high sensitivity. The shot from the touch control, which became popular in the DMC-G2 for its ease of use, is also present.


Panasonic DMC-GH2:

A special button located on the top of the DMC-GH2 allows the user to immediately start recording video while shooting photos without having to make any extra settings. The new Lumix can record movies in high definition Full HD 1920 x 1080 with a surprising 50i, doubling the sensor output to 50p/60p 25p/24p. It also supports native 1080/24p mode at 24 Mbps, the highest in AVCHD format.

He also accompanies the new Venus Engine FHD, which, according to official data, monitor noise levels despite increasing the resolution in a sensor smaller than other models of interchangeable lenses. Thus, GH2 dares sensitivities ranging from ISO 160 to 12,800, including the forced values.

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Panasonic Lumix GH2 - Video:

The new Cinema Mode option (selectable in Movie mode) video offers a rich gradation, like in the movies. You can choose the frame rate of the film in 80%, 160%, 200% and 300% according to the recorded content to the new movie mode variable. The AF touch video recording allows users to enjoy a professional approach. In addition, turning the new EX Tele conversion function (available in photo and video), the user can zoom in beyond the original limit closer to your subject. HDMI output simultaneously while recording is suitable for professional users that allows them to monitor the images in a separate screen.

Panasonic GH2 - Features

Combined with smart LCD display and the new free angle LVF (Live View Finder) multiaspecto, the DMC-GH2 provides maximum comfort for users to focus on the catch. The increased number of interchangeable lenses is another advantage of the LUMIX G system which has a total of 11 unique targets, including fixed focus lens LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH (H-H014), the telephoto zoom LUMIX G VARIO from 100 to 300 mm/F4.0-5.6 / MEGA OIS (H-FS100300) and the LUMIX G 3D target 12.5 mm/F12 (H-FT012).


Lumix DMC-GH2 - iA

The iA (Intelligent Auto) is in constant evolution and intelligent control of dynamic range has been integrated into the DMC-GH2. Smart Resolution has a new option to achieve more natural look when printed in large formats. Also, the new DMC-GH2 now offers higher level of creative and intuitive usability for all users who love photography and film at the same time.

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Features of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2:

Panasonic has also enhanced its digital imaging technology for all G LUMIX cameras that raise the level of image quality rivaling or even surpassing that of D-SLR cameras. The new look of 16.05 Multi-megapixel Live MOS sensor adopts νMaicovicon high speed. In addition to high speed, which is an advantage of CMOS sensor, Panasonic adds its pixel blending technology. A process dedicated to Maicovicon DMC-GH2 using high-performance transistors first class and the new way of getting electronic interconnect a combination of low noise photo diodes and transistors with less wiring, and high resolution is achieved with greater openness in the case of GH1. The result is a dramatic improvement over twice the sensitivity, thanks to a 3dB improvement in the ratio of S / N. It also has a burst shooting speed of 5 fps at full resolution of 16.05 megapixel with a mechanical shutter and a maximum of 40 fps with an electronic shutter.

Processor Panasonic DMC-GH2:

Panasonic incorporates the new Venus Engine FHD to provide advanced capabilities of signal processing, both in photography and video recording. Separating chromatic noise from luminance noise, even more accurately by applying the optimal noise reduction to each, you can capture clear and beautiful images even when shooting at high ISO sensitivity levels. To prevent mixing of colors that tend to appear around the edges, any chroma noise, not only in the grading, but also on the contour, is described clearly. Smart Resolution technology is another feature of DHF Venus Engine. Thanks to technology Intelligent Resolution, 3 areas - the contours, detailed textured areas and areas of gentle gradient - are detected automatically. The edges are effectively improved to have more clarity as to give a moderate tone textured areas to make them look more detailed. Apart from the consistent improvement in clarity, the innovative Intelligent Resolution performs pixel by pixel processing signals more efficiently. As a result, the images are, of course, clear and sharp in both photography and video recording.

Seamless compatibility with Live MOS sensor, the Venus Engine FHD process a large number of signals at high speed, so you can shoot consecutive shots in high resolution, Full HD video recording. The DMC-GH2 also captures high-quality sound with Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, and the optional stereo microphone (DMW-MS1). Also available is the function of reducing wind noise that blocks most of the background wind noise.

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LCD Lumix DMC-GH2:

Touch Control DMC-GH2 to set the focus immediately on the object by touch on the large 460,000-dot LCD screen, and you can even release the shutter. Once the object is locked with a single touch, the camera follows the object tracking AF function, even if it moves. And the 1-area AF Face Detection adjusts the focus more on the face of the subject during capture. With the Intelligent Scene Selector available in iA mode, the camera automatically switches to the appropriate mode according to the selected object. For example, a tap on a face change to portrait mode and a touch on the bottom or landscape as a stage while a touch on the subject near the camera to macro mode.

Focus DMC-GH2:

In manual focus, you can extend the one-touch to select 1x, 5x or 10x and gently move the screen dragging. Touch operation drastically reduces the access time to the menus. The operation of the touch screen is excellent not only for shooting but also for the reproduction of images with excellent visibility. Selected to play back hundreds of stored only touching the thumbnail. To play back images one by one in order, you can drag the image onto the screen with a finger to navigate through the collection of photos as if they would return to the pages of a book.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 - LCD

The high-resolution LCD screen of the GH2 provides approximately 100% field of vision, and tilts 180 ° horizontal and 270 ° up and down. The LVF viewer retains the ability to display an optical viewfinder and can also display information about camera settings that the user can see without having to look away from the object to capture. Reducing color breakup in half, the new LVF ensures stunning images for any subject or scene. The 60 fps of Live View is made possible by the Live MOS sensor, which receives signals directly from the image sensor and sends them continuously to the screen in real time. This allows the user, when making a shot, see the precise definition of corner to corner. The output of the image between the LVF and the LCD screen automatically switches to the eye sensor in the LVF, which has sensitivity options - high, low and off - to reduce false operations while touching the LCD screen.

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Panasonic Lumix Technology GH2:

The DMC-GH2 provides a number of features that enable users to capture clear images and real images and create their own expression. The DMC-GH2 and My Color mode, with a total of seven preset effects - Expressive, Retro, Pure, Elegant, Monochrome, Art Dynamics, Silhouette - and a custom mode that allows users to manually adjust color levels, brightness and saturation. With full-time Live View, users can see how these adjustments affect the images before you shoot, making it easier to capture the desired atmosphere. To get even more creative effects, users can choose from a total of 10 movie modes including the new cinema mode, and set the levels of contrast, sharpness and saturation for each. The custom function allows users to store their favorite settings in memory. The DMC-GH2 also offers a total of 22 modes, and most of these modes can also be used to record moving images that allows users to create movies with dramatic effects, dramatic without editing after shooting.

Modes of exposure of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2:

The exposure meter can be displayed in the shooting modes P/A/S/M. The correlation between shutter speed and aperture are shown, with color-coded warning that notifies users when the settings are not in the proper range. For newcomers to photography with interchangeable lens cameras, makes learning the proper setting and help you improve your photographic skills. The exposure compensation and can be set in ± 5 steps and white balance settings can be stored in 4 models for more precise control, according to the broadest range of shooting situations. Auto Bracketing mode can be set to ± 3 steps and the Multi Aspect is also available.

Software and Controls of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2:

IA mode of GH2 is more advanced, include the D-range Intelligent Control and Intelligent new resolution. The new Intelligent Dynamic Range Control D-range offers a more natural look by optimizing the exposure for each part of an image and helping to ensure that the gradation and fine details are reproduced including the blue sky. In addition, the backlight compensation function is activated automatically when the camera detects the subject with backlight. With the DMC-GH2, includes PhotofunStudio 6.0 BD Edition software for easy organization of photo and video files, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE for RAW development and Super LoiloScope to edit videos (trial version).

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Conclusion:


Of course, in terms of metering modes, auto exposure and can say that "nothing is missing" in the same way that there are no fewer than 10 modes of film) (Film Mode), including "Cinema Mode", and is that, if anything stands out this new GH2, apart from its spectacular new 16.05-megapixel sensor for Four Thirds format / Micro Four Thirds, is making its video capabilities.
So much so, that deserves a separate article.

This is achieved by maintaining a very discreet size and weight, very similar if not very slightly lower than GH1 and G2 models in certain settings: 124 x 89.6 x 75.8 mm weighing only 392 grams body.

With the addition today of two new optical lens system "G" starts to be not full enough already, but downright attractive. And compatibility with Olympus stabilized bodies, it is an incentive to consider.