I realize it's been a long time, but nowhere and no one is announcing important information. At least it is not obvious to me. Such a question, in what program you paint video (in this camera there is no logarithmic profile). Immediately in rec 709 and add everything to taste or somehow need to convert correctly?
My teacher at film school actually told me he liked my camera! And he’s a huge camera nerd for all kinds of bigger, exponentially more expensive cameras! That gave me so much confidence and motivation to appreciate this dope little camera.
It amazes me what Spencer pulls out of the GX85. His output is stunning. I also appreciate him sharing some of his thought process and settings with us mere mortals and, in some cases, relative cinematic pond scum. lol
It is 2022 and use my GX85 more than ever. And keep coming in here now and then to get som "cinematiec inspiration" from Spencers video. Actually, if I have to point out one thing that might be problematic with Lumix cameras (as I have heard and in part noticed myself) then it would be the focus. The auto-focus is very slow and unreliable but I mostly shoot static scenes anyway.
I just bought a brand new GX85 (body only) on eBay for $320! I also bought the Leica DG Summilux 15mm lens. This is gonna be my first digital camera ever. So excited!
Congratulations on a great price! I was in NYC two weeks ago and excited to purchase a GX85 for $300 with battery and charger on Craigslist. I also love the GX9. When doing a one body walk I like the PL15 combined with the kit 12-60 lens. This gives me maximum flexibility. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Man, I just keep coming back to these videos. Obviously, the gx85 is a great camera but after watching tons of other videos on it, it's clear that this footage looks so good because of who is behind the camera.
Thank you for continuously making videos about the GX85. I learnt new things and understanding my camera even more watching your videos. I considered a few things selling it but now I am gonna hold on to it. Thank you!!
Beautiful video! Apart from the great tips, I just love the way the video looks, combined with the subtle background music, I think this video is a piece of art in itself. Keep making this type of content, it is very useful and a pleasure to watch!
Yes! So much for me to learn from this video. As a complete beginner, I've been coming back to take notes and it's a beautiful experience in doing so. There's plenty of helpful video's out there but in comparison to these they have an abrasive tone. I'll happily immerse myself here over and over again.
having previously owned an a6300, i have to say that i am impressed by the power of this gx85. i'm using it now and i find it quite suitable. gx85 plus the 25mm 1.7 lumix lens (i bought them mainly after seeing a video of them together on this channel) was about half the price of what i paid for my previous a6300 + sony 35mm f1.8 oss. there are aspects i like about the gx85, of which i will mention three pleasant ones: 1) autofocus, even if it kinda sucks by itself, i found that if i use the manual focus, by using the touchscreen or back-button-focus, it is very satisfactory for my needs and i did not expect to be so ok with it - so, guys, touch focus still can be used in manual focus mode, and is very very usable; 2) having a touch screen is quite a thing; 3) shooting indoors with it is not that bad. i've had the combo for a few days and i recommend it to those who have an a6300 and want to have something rather comparable and at only about half the price. p.s.: natural profile is very gradable in video (with the settings recommended in this channel).
Amazing content! It’s nice to see that there’s someone out there dishing out videos about the GX85. I can’t wait to see this channel blow up. Subscribed!
Wow! It is SO good to find another filmmaker who 1. Uses the GX85 and 2. Is aware of the negative consequences of it's lack of a low-pass filter (and the wonderful workaround of using lenses that "mitigate...the effects")! There are a few experiments I've done which are working well in this area I'd like to share: A. I've use a Viltrox .71x focal reducer (have both Nikon and Canon mount versions) and they seem to really improve how the light is delivered to the sensor...and result in less digital AND MORE REAL rendering of the scene). B. In conjunction with this, I've used a Tokina 12-24 f/4 (which turns into an f/2.8-ish with the focal reducer) and this combination looks pretty filmic/natural (perhaps due to the less aggressive, but very appealing, color and contrast rendition). Here's a sample of it used indoors: ruclips.net/video/6MF_JSdLmqc/видео.html
@@FilmSpook Thank you! I've tested additional lenses, with this camera body, after I left the above comment, including the Tokina 11-16 2.8, the Sigma 18-35 1.8 as well as others, and I have figured out CUSTOM SETTINGS for each lens-sensor combo
The first time I pressed the "record" button and then played it back, I couldn't believe how awesome the image stabilization was. I had never shot anything that looked like... a movie.
Gosh mate! What such beautiful images out there! Incredible how you managed to create such beautiful images out of a budget camera! As people say: It's not about the camera but the technique. Subbed!
Although it's been discontinued for years, I just got my hands on this recently - after watching many vids on youtube. Excited to explore and really get the best out of it. Thank you for this video, so helpful and inspiring.
Great to see how you get the most from this humble Lumix, which can be applied to all the other Lumix cameras too. The quality of your work also, for me, reinforces that it's not all specs and overheating issues that make good footage, but foremost, the photographer...
I bought a new old stock GX-85 last year to get a more pocketable camera to combine with my 14mm and 20 mm pancake primes for stills. Your video opens up an entirely different potentials of the GX-85 I had not dreamt were available. Even as a primarily stills photographer your use of the Zebras for more precise exposure control strikes me as a digital version of Ansel Adams' Zone System and your prescription for focusing settings likewise would seem to add greater precision just where I need it. I have tried but not used adapted glass much because my old eyes prior to cataract surgery were almost entirely dependent on autofocus, but this video opens up reconsideration of these possibilities - again both for stills and motion photography.
Lorenz, thank you so much for the beautiful comment! Comments like these are a huge reason why I create these videos. I love the reference to Ansel Adams' Zone System, it's similar in style in capturing the darkest parts of the image so as to not lose that detail, but keeping the white point just under clipping, maxing out the sensors capable dynamic range. I'm so glad you found this video eye-opening! :)
So happy right now. I watched lots of videos on how to focus correctly with this camera and litterally none went over the MF Assist Display option. I was so confused when nothing happened using the second wheel on my lens. I thought it has to be there for a reason. Now you finally shown me what it is there for and I couldn't be happer that I figured out how to focus properly not only in video but in my photography aswell. Stumbling across your videos like a year ago is the reason I got this camera in the first place. So thank you twice 💙.
Your GX85 videos literally helped me pulled the trigger for this camera body. Right now I'm pairing it on a Viltrox NF-M43x Speedbooster with a Sigma 28mm f.28 Mini Wide II, Nikon 35mm f2.8 AI, Nikon 50mm f2.8 AI. And also using a Helios 44-2 without the speedbooster for a kinda zoom length. Followed your settings and tips for the setup. The footages I got with this camera are simply stunning. For a used camera at this price point, I am very much glad that I found your suggestion on RUclips. Thanks for really helping me out with the videos you posted.
Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. I just picked up a GX85 to use as a "webcam" for Twitch and FB gaming streaming BUT I also wanted the ability to have it as a B Cam for my RUclips content and some Doc work I'd like to do, as well as a top down camera for reviews.
That is awesome man! It'll be a great b cam for YT work. Also, you probably use an external mic for gaming? The GX85 doesn't have an external mic in so it uses the cameras scratch audio, it's not too bad though!
I picked up this camera couple months back and I’m in love with it! Made my first “cinematic” b-roll video with it and I’m very happy with the results!
Literally just ordered a GX85. Had the same T3i since 2011 and needed something 4k that I could run through my cam link as well. Super excited. Love your videos on the GX85
Spencer, you mentioned how you use the Simmod variable ND on all lenses. but I can only find the 77mm. can you help me with some amazon links. Thank you.
bro this not even my lane with videography but did your thing with this video as far as image quality & the overall end product! i’ve been shooting with the gx85 for a while & you just got me hip to some great new tips!! keep it up 🔥
We just bought the GX85 two lens kit that was recently on sale. We are starting over with our equipment choices, some years ago we had the GH4 and a good selection off pro lenses. We kept the lenses and sold the GH4, we also have the Nikkor lenses you have plus a few more. We film our studio shots with the GX85 and external audio and are really liking the compact set up. Thanks for the video, has been useful.
Amazing video, amazing camera, amazing person, What a perfect combination. just started saving money to buy this camera, then see this video tell about what's this camera capable. It makes me so excited!
Besides being useful, your video looks and sounds absolutely gorgeous, well done! Recent GX85 owner here, mostly shooting family portraits including of our 4-month old, but very interested in learning to shoot (and edit) nice videos.
Thanks for the vid man. Was wondering how powerful my camera was, I’m happy I decided on this powerful little thing. Looking forward to adapting some new lenses in the future and shooting more with this camera.
For us newbs... @3:40 -- What exactly are you doing to "expose to the right" and "dialing it in right before your zebra stripes start to show"? Inquiring minds want to know! BTW, I think you applying these techniques to different situations would make for a pretty cool video.
If you ever had the time to put an affiliate link for your lens/connections it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for providing much needed videos, i was looking everywhere for this help!
One of the biggest advantages of the GX85 is its ability to take 3840×2160 photos directly from the camera. It can be displayed on a 4K TV in a point-to-point manner. The curve will not be deformed due to thumbnails, causing the image on the screen to be blurred.
Thanks for this video -- I will be referencing it when I'm out trying to dial in some good video with my G85. I did want to correct one thing. For focus peaking, "Low" basically represents "less precision" with the peaking color. "High" represents "higher precision" with the peaking color. IOW, if you really want to nail focus -- High is where you want to be, however, it may be quite a bit more difficult to see the peaking because it will only occur in a narrower focal range. The quickest and easiest focus option is on low, but the focus peaking color might not provide the optimal focus for the shot. Why doesn't the manual focus guide have a number associated with it? A number for a particular focus distance would make vlogging focus so easy!
I just picked up a two lens kit from B&H at $499 usd I had sold my GH4 a couple years ago and had been with Sony RX100 & RX10 but felt the GX85 offered a lot of portability and better photo quality. Thanks for the tips on video settings, we are using the RX100 for 4K video at the moment.
Awesome video!! Helpful tips and beyond amazing b-roll! Started a business and am looking to vertically integrate marketing & promotion myself. Looking for a camera to pair with my Crane 2. Your videos single handly convinced me to purchase! Great price for what it offers! Keep up the good work & the GX85 content!
Thanks for the tutorial video. I havent bought the GX85 yet, but I will. This will help me in advance and for the time being I will practice a bit on the GX1. Cheers.
Hi spencer! Great vid. Question, there is a hood which adapts the ND filters (77mm) with the diameter of the lenses, do you know how to find it or an specific name? Greetings from Peru 🇵🇪
Very informative and the quality of the footage you created with it speaks for itself. I'm considering purchasing the GX85 as a b-cam to my GH5 and to use as a on-the-go photo and b-roll pocket camera. How did you create the light tunnel at 2:14? It is mesmerizing!
Amazing result our of this small box. i m rediscovering the gx85 that i bought 7-8 years ago and really enjoy it. Your video brings more interest to the video part. Some of the links are not available anymore, could you give the references of the gears used. Also why is the 25mm your favorite lens (i have 20mm and 42.5 and contemplating the 25mm), is it still the 3 years later?
Hello, can you please list the adapters you use to adjust the Nikon lenses to the lumix gx85 ? I purchased this camera recently, and I want to purchase these adapters that you showed in the video her, thank u.
Sure thing! Here is the adapter for the Nikon lens to adapt to Canon EF mounts: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1413268-REG/fotodiox_nikf_eos_lens_mount_adapter_for.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514 Here is the adapter to adapt the Canon EF mount to M43: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1484343-REG/viltrox_ef_m2_ii_af_reduce.html
Very nice! I keep coming back to this camera despite all the newer and theoretically better cameras that have been released. I think I sold it and bought again 3 times already, it sure makes me feel a bit silly. There's something about the way GX85 renders motion that is very different than Sony and even other Panasonic cameras, even the videos from S5 and S1 don't seem to have that specific quality. In this particular setup I believe that the image degradation the focal reducer introduces (slight chromatic aberration, possibly some softening) does a lot of the magic - the images look much less digital. Your video makes me want to get this camera again and hopefully never sell it this time.
HAHA, that is incredible! I 100% agree on the image degradation from the focal reducer with the Chromatic Aberration introduced, the shot at 0:17 highlights it and it looks really great. Almost gives off that halation effect that film stock renders. I'm so glad this video could persuade you in feeling that way, thank you!
Hey Spencer, I'm just curious if there's a reason why you don't use a Nikon F to MFT Speedbooster like the Viltrox NF-M43X? It also has the same focal reduction of 0.71 and adds the extra stop of light. Thanks for your great content, keep it up!
Hey Nicsnutzius..I was about to ask Spencer the same thing coz I got myself GX85 after I watched this tip but use the Viltrox F to M43 adapter. If you don't mind me asking when using it for photography do you use the 16:9 or 3:2 format? Since I do video as well as photo
Thank you for the love my brother! The reason for doing this is because I already own EF mount lenses, and I wanted to be able to adapt them as well. The EF mount is more of a standard mount in the video industry as well, many camera manufactures have EF mount cameras compared to Nikon F mount cameras.
I would actually use 4:3 since that is the whole height and width of the sensor! 16:9 and 3:2 are both cropping on your sensor. 3:2 & 16:9 are nice to view your images in (since they are a bit more standard in the industry), but you're actually losing resolution that way. I would suggest shooting 4:3 and then if you want, you can crop the image to 16:9 or 3:2 in post for a more "normal" look.
@@SpencerWhiteman That's good to know. I'm totally new to the topic of lenses, so I didn't know that the EF mount is spreaded so widely. Have you also tried one of those cheaper Nikon F to M43 adapters without the extra stop of light? I was wondering if it is possible to benefit from one of those because of the smaller sensor size of the GX85. As far as I understood this, the focal length would then be doubled - so wouldn't e.g. your Nikkor 50mm 1.4 AI-S then effectively become a 100mm lens?
Hey! Great video. I have 25 mm f1.7 prime for my lumix g100 but I am not getting background blur I expected. Should I buy Sigma 30mm f 1.4 or manual f 0.95 lens or speedbooster+lens? I am not a fan of lumix wire manual focus system. Please response
Oh man... I was pretty much set that I would go canon M50 to begin my journey of switching from photography to learning cinematic feel videos.... Now I am back to square one and thinking this might be a better route into video! Great content 👍
@@collinsal1433 how you getting on with it bud? I went M50 in the end as I happened to get a really good deal on one, may not stay forever but I'm enjoying it so far :)
@@thelostvisuals Kf my comment posts for the third time again I’m sorry I’m having trouble with posting anything. But anyway I returned my GX85 As the GX9 is now the same price which is kind of annoying. I was going to get the GX9, but as I was shopping around I couldn’t decide between all the great cameras so I took the chance I went with the Fuji X-E4! A bit different from what I’m used to, but I’m pretty excited! wanted a small compact powerful camera & I think this one should do the trick
Just found your videos and these inspired me to break out my gx85!! I forgot how much I loved this camera and am now considering some new lenses. Would love to see if you have any recommendations for a portable tripod for travel or what you would take with you in a gx85 travel kit. 🙏 will be doing a Southeast Asia trip and will be taking the gx85
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I realize it's been a long time, but nowhere and no one is announcing important information. At least it is not obvious to me.
Such a question, in what program you paint video (in this camera there is no logarithmic profile). Immediately in rec 709 and add everything to taste or somehow need to convert correctly?
The best 5min instructional footage - only "to the point" tips without boring and unnecessary "talking heads", Great job Sir!
I’m selling all my gear (6 cameras) only keeping the gx85 with the Leica 15mm 1.7, I was so overwhelmed! Time to become a minimalist.
Ayyy! That is amazing, that 15mm sounds like a dream as well!
A wise choice!!!
My combo for last 2 years
My teacher at film school actually told me he liked my camera! And he’s a huge camera nerd for all kinds of bigger, exponentially more expensive cameras! That gave me so much confidence and motivation to appreciate this dope little camera.
Your channel is underrated
Brilliant! I'm glad the GX85 is still getting the love it deserves, it's probably the most underrated camera ever.
Amen to that my man. I think I'm more in love with this camera now than I've ever been!
I 100% agreed and your channel is the reason I got the camera
It amazes me what Spencer pulls out of the GX85. His output is stunning. I also appreciate him sharing some of his thought process and settings with us mere mortals and, in some cases, relative cinematic pond scum. lol
It is 2022 and use my GX85 more than ever. And keep coming in here now and then to get som "cinematiec inspiration" from Spencers video. Actually, if I have to point out one thing that might be problematic with Lumix cameras (as I have heard and in part noticed myself) then it would be the focus. The auto-focus is very slow and unreliable but I mostly shoot static scenes anyway.
I just bought a brand new GX85 (body only) on eBay for $320! I also bought the Leica DG Summilux 15mm lens. This is gonna be my first digital camera ever. So excited!
That's awesome man, you're going to love that combo!
Congratulations on a great price! I was in NYC two weeks ago and excited to purchase a GX85 for $300 with battery and charger on Craigslist. I also love the GX9. When doing a one body walk I like the PL15 combined with the kit 12-60 lens. This gives me maximum flexibility.
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Man, I just keep coming back to these videos. Obviously, the gx85 is a great camera but after watching tons of other videos on it, it's clear that this footage looks so good because of who is behind the camera.
Thank you for continuously making videos about the GX85. I learnt new things and understanding my camera even more watching your videos. I considered a few things selling it but now I am gonna hold on to it. Thank you!!
That is amazing Korina! I'm so glad some of my thoughts could persuade you to keep it haha!
what made you wanted to sell it?
Beautiful video! Apart from the great tips, I just love the way the video looks, combined with the subtle background music, I think this video is a piece of art in itself. Keep making this type of content, it is very useful and a pleasure to watch!
Thank you so much for the kind commendation Arjan, I'm so glad you liked the video!
I fully agree with the comment.
Thanks Spencer
Agree about the music!
Yes! So much for me to learn from this video. As a complete beginner, I've been coming back to take notes and it's a beautiful experience in doing so. There's plenty of helpful video's out there but in comparison to these they have an abrasive tone. I'll happily immerse myself here over and over again.
decided to make 2021 my year and try vlogging, purchased the G85 and wow are these settings perfect! This channel is so helpful!!!
having previously owned an a6300, i have to say that i am impressed by the power of this gx85. i'm using it now and i find it quite suitable. gx85 plus the 25mm 1.7 lumix lens (i bought them mainly after seeing a video of them together on this channel) was about half the price of what i paid for my previous a6300 + sony 35mm f1.8 oss. there are aspects i like about the gx85, of which i will mention three pleasant ones: 1) autofocus, even if it kinda sucks by itself, i found that if i use the manual focus, by using the touchscreen or back-button-focus, it is very satisfactory for my needs and i did not expect to be so ok with it - so, guys, touch focus still can be used in manual focus mode, and is very very usable; 2) having a touch screen is quite a thing; 3) shooting indoors with it is not that bad. i've had the combo for a few days and i recommend it to those who have an a6300 and want to have something rather comparable and at only about half the price. p.s.: natural profile is very gradable in video (with the settings recommended in this channel).
Wow... Cant believe that Gx85 can produce a beautiful cinematic like this
It is an incredible camera!
I’ve been going back and forth watching this video for more than a dozen times. Thank you so much!
Stunning images. Purchase order - G7, then GH5, last but not least open box deal on GX85 with Kit lens $200. Your images inspire! Bravo
Wow that's an incredible deal!! Nice work! Thank you my friend!
Amazing content! It’s nice to see that there’s someone out there dishing out videos about the GX85. I can’t wait to see this channel blow up. Subscribed!
Thank you so much Jeric, I appreciate the love!
This is my main camera for my RUclips channel.
I use lens combo, 25mm f/1.7 & 14mm f/2.5
This is more than enough for me.
Best regards from Indonesia
That's a great combo! I would love to add the 14mm to my kit one day. Thank you!
@@SpencerWhiteman Thank you for your reply, you're kind
Wow! It is SO good to find another filmmaker who 1. Uses the GX85 and 2. Is aware of the negative consequences of it's lack of a low-pass filter (and the wonderful workaround of using lenses that "mitigate...the effects")! There are a few experiments I've done which are working well in this area I'd like to share: A. I've use a Viltrox .71x focal reducer (have both Nikon and Canon mount versions) and they seem to really improve how the light is delivered to the sensor...and result in less digital AND MORE REAL rendering of the scene). B. In conjunction with this, I've used a Tokina 12-24 f/4 (which turns into an f/2.8-ish with the focal reducer) and this combination looks pretty filmic/natural (perhaps due to the less aggressive, but very appealing, color and contrast rendition). Here's a sample of it used indoors: ruclips.net/video/6MF_JSdLmqc/видео.html
Excellent comment, thanks Friend!
@@FilmSpook Thank you! I've tested additional lenses, with this camera body, after I left the above comment, including the Tokina 11-16 2.8, the Sigma 18-35 1.8 as well as others, and I have figured out CUSTOM SETTINGS for each lens-sensor combo
Absolutely the best video about video shooting for the GX80-85. Thanks a lot, brilliant job! Now I'm sure buying this camera would be a good choice!
Thank you so much! It's never the wrong choice! ;)
I've got the Gx9 and this is a big help. Good to see these type of videos for older cameras that still hold up to the newer ones. Thanks mate
Of course Michael, thank you!
This vid is art in and of itself while giving you all the relevant information. Well done.
Every cinematic gx85 video ive ever watched has looked awesome. It looks like a much more expensive camera.
It sure does when you know how to use it!
The first time I pressed the "record" button and then played it back, I couldn't believe how awesome the image stabilization was. I had never shot anything that looked like... a movie.
100%! I could not agree more, it's an amazing feeling and look!
Gosh mate! What such beautiful images out there! Incredible how you managed to create such beautiful images out of a budget camera! As people say: It's not about the camera but the technique. Subbed!
Thank you so much Rafael! Absolutely agree, this things is more than capable, it's just using it the right way! Thank you man!
Although it's been discontinued for years, I just got my hands on this recently - after watching many vids on youtube. Excited to explore and really get the best out of it.
Thank you for this video, so helpful and inspiring.
Great to see how you get the most from this humble Lumix, which can be applied to all the other Lumix cameras too. The quality of your work also, for me, reinforces that it's not all specs and overheating issues that make good footage, but foremost, the photographer...
Thank you so much Andrew, I truly appreciate the kind words my friend :)
I bought a new old stock GX-85 last year to get a more pocketable camera to combine with my 14mm and 20 mm pancake primes for stills. Your video opens up an entirely different potentials of the GX-85 I had not dreamt were available. Even as a primarily stills photographer your use of the Zebras for more precise exposure control strikes me as a digital version of Ansel Adams' Zone System and your prescription for focusing settings likewise would seem to add greater precision just where I need it. I have tried but not used adapted glass much because my old eyes prior to cataract surgery were almost entirely dependent on autofocus, but this video opens up reconsideration of these possibilities - again both for stills and motion photography.
Lorenz, thank you so much for the beautiful comment! Comments like these are a huge reason why I create these videos. I love the reference to Ansel Adams' Zone System, it's similar in style in capturing the darkest parts of the image so as to not lose that detail, but keeping the white point just under clipping, maxing out the sensors capable dynamic range. I'm so glad you found this video eye-opening! :)
You convinced me to buy this camera and it just came in today, can’t wait to play around with it and try out your tips!
Oh man!! That’s awesome, let me know how you like it!!!👍
Thanks for this video about this underrated camera !
Got a G9 but still using gx80 a lot !
Beautiful combo of cameras right there!
And it is the first camera I have bought myself! Stoked to shoot something while at film school.
how about a video with just using the factory lens of the g85?
So happy right now. I watched lots of videos on how to focus correctly with this camera and litterally none went over the MF Assist Display option. I was so confused when nothing happened using the second wheel on my lens. I thought it has to be there for a reason. Now you finally shown me what it is there for and I couldn't be happer that I figured out how to focus properly not only in video but in my photography aswell. Stumbling across your videos like a year ago is the reason I got this camera in the first place. So thank you twice 💙.
Aww that is awesome! I'm so glad this video could be of help and thank you for watching the videos!
It is impossible to agree more with you. 100% correct.
My camera. A piece of art.
Your GX85 videos literally helped me pulled the trigger for this camera body. Right now I'm pairing it on a Viltrox NF-M43x Speedbooster with a Sigma 28mm f.28 Mini Wide II, Nikon 35mm f2.8 AI, Nikon 50mm f2.8 AI. And also using a Helios 44-2 without the speedbooster for a kinda zoom length. Followed your settings and tips for the setup. The footages I got with this camera are simply stunning. For a used camera at this price point, I am very much glad that I found your suggestion on RUclips. Thanks for really helping me out with the videos you posted.
That is so awesome to hear! I love the lens selection as well, super solid. I'm so glad my videos could help, thank you for sharing my brother!
Man, you really maxed the hell out of this small camera.
Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. I just picked up a GX85 to use as a "webcam" for Twitch and FB gaming streaming BUT I also wanted the ability to have it as a B Cam for my RUclips content and some Doc work I'd like to do, as well as a top down camera for reviews.
That is awesome man! It'll be a great b cam for YT work. Also, you probably use an external mic for gaming? The GX85 doesn't have an external mic in so it uses the cameras scratch audio, it's not too bad though!
@@SpencerWhiteman you guessed it. I use a jlab audio USB mic for streaming and a Tascam dr70d for recording audio for my yt reviews and field work.
proving you don't need an expensive camera to create great footage, good job!!
wondering if i can get the same AMAZING images you shoot with my G85... seriously, it's unbelievable ! Cheer from france !
Haha you absolutely can! The G85 and GX85 use the same sensor, so you should be able to get the same exact type of images!
@@SpencerWhiteman Thank you :)
I picked up this camera couple months back and I’m in love with it! Made my first “cinematic” b-roll video with it and I’m very happy with the results!
That is awesome man, checking out your video now!
Literally just ordered a GX85. Had the same T3i since 2011 and needed something 4k that I could run through my cam link as well. Super excited. Love your videos on the GX85
Love to hear it my man, stoked!
Impressive video for the amount of information dished out in its length of time.
Beautiful pictures, great tips and comments, love the music and love my new GX80. Cheers Spencer.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!
Great info and tips! Makes me want to dive into my GX85 even more now for film and manual focus
Thank you man! You'll love going that route...maybe haha!
Spencer Whiteman Thanks. I mainly film with a pair of G9’s but sometimes I just want to have the GX85 on me and to be ready to film
Spencer, you mentioned how you use the Simmod variable ND on all lenses. but I can only find the 77mm. can you help me with some amazon links. Thank you.
i didnt know you can evolve GX85 like THIS
so awesome!
could you do a video with the just using the base camera and kit lens? I feel as though most of us will be starting with that! .
Thank you for the suggestion brother! That is very true, I might have to do something like that in the near future, thank you again!
bro this not even my lane with videography but did your thing with this video as far as image quality & the overall end product! i’ve been shooting with the gx85 for a while & you just got me hip to some great new tips!! keep it up 🔥
I love it my man! Thank you so much for the love!!
I finally got it, Thanks once again for suggesting this wonderful camera 📷, I love it!!!!♥️
Awesome man!!! I'm so glad you're loving it!
We just bought the GX85 two lens kit that was recently on sale. We are starting over with our equipment choices, some years ago we had the GH4 and a good selection off pro lenses. We kept the lenses and sold the GH4, we also have the Nikkor lenses you have plus a few more. We film our studio shots with the GX85 and external audio and are really liking the compact set up. Thanks for the video, has been useful.
That is awesome! GX85 is a beautiful little camera, of course!
Amazing video, amazing camera, amazing person, What a perfect combination. just started saving money to buy this camera, then see this video tell about what's this camera capable. It makes me so excited!
Better than a lot of fancy 10bit or RAW footage. Nice shots, colours.. everything! I like it!
Buffalo Trace is delicious. Super impressed with the quality youve squeezed out of this camera
Besides being useful, your video looks and sounds absolutely gorgeous, well done! Recent GX85 owner here, mostly shooting family portraits including of our 4-month old, but very interested in learning to shoot (and edit) nice videos.
Thank you for the love Martijn!! I feel like that's what this camera is perfect for, also, congrats on the "newish: child ;)
Thanks for the vid man. Was wondering how powerful my camera was, I’m happy I decided on this powerful little thing. Looking forward to adapting some new lenses in the future and shooting more with this camera.
Wow, that was awesome. What a high quality and helpful tips! Thank you!
Thank you so much Oliver!!
This is gold! tnx for taking the time to share this with us! I Love this camera so much.
Of course, thank you so much for watching!
I still have my and love my bigger brother G85
Gorgeous pictures! I might have to go shopping soon.
What a beautifully shot video. Thank you.
For us newbs...
@3:40 -- What exactly are you doing to "expose to the right" and "dialing it in right before your zebra stripes start to show"?
Inquiring minds want to know! BTW, I think you applying these techniques to different situations would make for a pretty cool video.
If you ever had the time to put an affiliate link for your lens/connections it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for providing much needed videos, i was looking everywhere for this help!
Hey Marc, they are in my description. Thank you so much for the kind words!
One of the biggest advantages of the GX85 is its ability to take 3840×2160 photos directly from the camera. It can be displayed on a 4K TV in a point-to-point manner. The curve will not be deformed due to thumbnails, causing the image on the screen to be blurred.
Thanks for this video -- I will be referencing it when I'm out trying to dial in some good video with my G85. I did want to correct one thing. For focus peaking, "Low" basically represents "less precision" with the peaking color. "High" represents "higher precision" with the peaking color. IOW, if you really want to nail focus -- High is where you want to be, however, it may be quite a bit more difficult to see the peaking because it will only occur in a narrower focal range. The quickest and easiest focus option is on low, but the focus peaking color might not provide the optimal focus for the shot.
Why doesn't the manual focus guide have a number associated with it? A number for a particular focus distance would make vlogging focus so easy!
Nice work and useful advice. Again, I appreciate your taking the time to share your info. Best wishes.
Thank you so much Philip, I appreciate the comment and the support! 👍🙌
Thank you! I will try these with my Lumix GX800.
Very informative video.. My GX85 is coming today and cant wait to start... Thank you
You're going to love it my friend, thank you!
Really great video clips and informative video. Thank you
Thank you Laurent!
Your work is amazing. I love the GX85
great video, thanks a lot!
I have the GX8 but the information also applies to my camera. I only dont have the 5 axis IBIS
I just picked up a two lens kit from B&H at $499 usd I had sold my GH4 a couple years ago and had been with Sony RX100 & RX10 but felt the GX85 offered a lot of portability and better photo quality. Thanks for the tips on video settings, we are using the RX100 for 4K video at the moment.
Absolutely! The RX100 is a great little camera series as well! The GX85 is a little gem that is for sure, thank you for watching!
Thank you for these very valuable tips!
Inspiring footage Sir.
Awesome video!! Helpful tips and beyond amazing b-roll! Started a business and am looking to vertically integrate marketing & promotion myself.
Looking for a camera to pair with my Crane 2. Your videos single handly convinced me to purchase!
Great price for what it offers! Keep up the good work & the GX85 content!
Thanks for the tutorial video. I havent bought the GX85 yet, but I will. This will help me in advance and for the time being I will practice a bit on the GX1. Cheers.
Fantastic footage and instructions!!
And I always thought of myself primitive collecting and using manual lense on m43 bmpcc 4k.
Hi spencer! Great vid. Question, there is a hood which adapts the ND filters (77mm) with the diameter of the lenses, do you know how to find it or an specific name? Greetings from Peru 🇵🇪
I am looking for the same thing, did you find a solution ?
Holy shit phenomenal work bro.
Haha thank you so much my friend!
Beautiful visuals! Thank you, you helped me out a lot!
Thank you Jacob! I'm glad I could help you out!
Amazing tips and insights, brother; deeply appreciate you! 👍
Thank you my brother!!
@@SpencerWhiteman 😊☮️ Very Welcome, brother!
Very informative and the quality of the footage you created with it speaks for itself. I'm considering purchasing the GX85 as a b-cam to my GH5 and to use as a on-the-go photo and b-roll pocket camera.
How did you create the light tunnel at 2:14? It is mesmerizing!
Thank you so much my friend! That sequence is actually stock footage from Artlist!
Great video. I still use the g85, but I wish I still had my gx85. Such a solid camera for the money.
It sure is man, both are so great!
Thankyou spencer for this video! Especially de focussing tips helped a lot!
I'm glad it was helpful my friend, thank you!!
dude! great shots! thanks for the tips
Thank you so much Jesus, appreciate the love!
Amazing result our of this small box. i m rediscovering the gx85 that i bought 7-8 years ago and really enjoy it. Your video brings more interest to the video part. Some of the links are not available anymore, could you give the references of the gears used. Also why is the 25mm your favorite lens (i have 20mm and 42.5 and contemplating the 25mm), is it still the 3 years later?
Beautiful cinematography as always, tips and the score (chefs kiss) lol! Thanks Spencer! Subbed!
Haha thank you so much Dionne, I appreciate the kinds words and sub!
Very useful video with great advice. Thanks👍
You are a Master.
Simply Brilliant.
Haha thank you so much Jackson!
Hello, can you please list the adapters you use to adjust the Nikon lenses to the lumix gx85 ? I purchased this camera recently, and I want to purchase these adapters that you showed in the video her, thank u.
Sure thing! Here is the adapter for the Nikon lens to adapt to Canon EF mounts: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1413268-REG/fotodiox_nikf_eos_lens_mount_adapter_for.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514
Here is the adapter to adapt the Canon EF mount to M43: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1484343-REG/viltrox_ef_m2_ii_af_reduce.html
Thnke you my frinde
Very nice! I keep coming back to this camera despite all the newer and theoretically better cameras that have been released. I think I sold it and bought again 3 times already, it sure makes me feel a bit silly. There's something about the way GX85 renders motion that is very different than Sony and even other Panasonic cameras, even the videos from S5 and S1 don't seem to have that specific quality. In this particular setup I believe that the image degradation the focal reducer introduces (slight chromatic aberration, possibly some softening) does a lot of the magic - the images look much less digital. Your video makes me want to get this camera again and hopefully never sell it this time.
HAHA, that is incredible! I 100% agree on the image degradation from the focal reducer with the Chromatic Aberration introduced, the shot at 0:17 highlights it and it looks really great. Almost gives off that halation effect that film stock renders. I'm so glad this video could persuade you in feeling that way, thank you!
The canon to Nikon ring is not available anymore, do you have another link please? Incredible video, thanks a lot.
Hey Spencer, I'm just curious if there's a reason why you don't use a Nikon F to MFT Speedbooster like the Viltrox NF-M43X? It also has the same focal reduction of 0.71 and adds the extra stop of light.
Thanks for your great content, keep it up!
Hey Nicsnutzius..I was about to ask Spencer the same thing coz I got myself GX85 after I watched this tip but use the Viltrox F to M43 adapter. If you don't mind me asking when using it for photography do you use the 16:9 or 3:2 format? Since I do video as well as photo
Thank you for the love my brother! The reason for doing this is because I already own EF mount lenses, and I wanted to be able to adapt them as well. The EF mount is more of a standard mount in the video industry as well, many camera manufactures have EF mount cameras compared to Nikon F mount cameras.
I would actually use 4:3 since that is the whole height and width of the sensor! 16:9 and 3:2 are both cropping on your sensor. 3:2 & 16:9 are nice to view your images in (since they are a bit more standard in the industry), but you're actually losing resolution that way. I would suggest shooting 4:3 and then if you want, you can crop the image to 16:9 or 3:2 in post for a more "normal" look.
@@SpencerWhiteman That's good to know. I'm totally new to the topic of lenses, so I didn't know that the EF mount is spreaded so widely.
Have you also tried one of those cheaper Nikon F to M43 adapters without the extra stop of light? I was wondering if it is possible to benefit from one of those because of the smaller sensor size of the GX85. As far as I understood this, the focal length would then be doubled - so wouldn't e.g. your Nikkor 50mm 1.4 AI-S then effectively become a 100mm lens?
Love this! Would love more videos like this!
Thank you so much Jason, more videos like this are definitely on the radar!
i have Lumix gx 85 , i wanna use it for shoooting videos , wich linser is best for this camera? and not that expensive? thank you
I love the 25mm 1.7!
This was a really great video, thank you for posting!
Thank you for the kind words!!
Hey! Great video. I have 25 mm f1.7 prime for my lumix g100 but I am not getting background blur I expected. Should I buy Sigma 30mm f 1.4 or manual f 0.95 lens or speedbooster+lens? I am not a fan of lumix wire manual focus system. Please response
Oh man... I was pretty much set that I would go canon M50 to begin my journey of switching from photography to learning cinematic feel videos.... Now I am back to square one and thinking this might be a better route into video! Great content 👍
What did you end up choosing? I was also between this & the M 50, but I went and got this one instead A few days ago at a local camera shop
@@collinsal1433 how you getting on with it bud? I went M50 in the end as I happened to get a really good deal on one, may not stay forever but I'm enjoying it so far :)
@@thelostvisuals Kf my comment posts for the third time again I’m sorry I’m having trouble with posting anything. But anyway I returned my GX85 As the GX9 is now the same price which is kind of annoying. I was going to get the GX9, but as I was shopping around I couldn’t decide between all the great cameras so I took the chance I went with the Fuji X-E4! A bit different from what I’m used to, but I’m pretty excited! wanted a small compact powerful camera & I think this one should do the trick
@@collinsal1433 hear some excellent things about Fuji, I'm sure you will enjoy it 😊
Just found your videos and these inspired me to break out my gx85!! I forgot how much I loved this camera and am now considering some new lenses. Would love to see if you have any recommendations for a portable tripod for travel or what you would take with you in a gx85 travel kit. 🙏 will be doing a Southeast Asia trip and will be taking the gx85
Awesome vídeo! Great tips, i love my gx80 💪🏻