GH4

Videostock50 2 Jul 2014 06:44

Thanks for comments Vader - bears out what I expected.

akennedy 3 Jul 2014 01:37

There is a firmware update for the GH4 available http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/fts/index2.html

According to the page the only change is "Improved the reliability of video recording performance." That isn't vague at all.

dnavarrojr 3 Jul 2014 02:19

One problem I have had with my GH4 is that when I have my tripod plate attached, it interferes with the flip out screen and changing lenses. There isn't enough room between the bottom of the camera and the screen/lenses.

I bought a cheap $70 GH3 battery grip on eBay and I'm happy to report that it works with the GH4. And, of course, it moves the tripod plate far away from both the screen and door. Although, it's offset and not in the middle of the grip which is a little bit a of PITA.

mark29 3 Jul 2014 03:13

If adjustable move the camera to the rear of the mounting plate and just about 1/4" more and you can easily open it.. Works fine with my 501PL plate.

dnavarrojr 3 Jul 2014 09:30

My plate sticks out the front and back (it's very large). And with the battery grip, it's no longer a problem.

But thanks.

jason 14 Jul 2014 23:02

Here's an article about GH4 stacks up against the BMCC.
http://nofilmschool.com/2014/07/gh4-against-bmcc-green-screen/?awt_l=NPmBY&awt_m=3gMFf1DuGgBjwS7

INSOMNIA111 30 Jul 2014 00:00

Hey guys, can I join this club? ;-)
Got mine today and I'm flashed...

JHDT_Productions 30 Jul 2014 01:29

Yes sir!
This is going to be a big club :)

wideweb 30 Jul 2014 13:39

Can someone suggest which camera is better in low light, the GH4 with "average" lenses, or the AX100?

JHDT_Productions 30 Jul 2014 13:55

I don't have the AX100 so can't comment on that but the GH4 does well in low light. I shot this at 800iso
https://www.pond5.com/it/stock-footage/40245924

I do stay away from 1600.