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Ryan, I think I mentioned it the last time on your post. In 2021, I feel the GH5 is STILL such a powerful camera. You nailed it when you talked about the in-body stabilization and 4k60. Thanks
I do a bunch of corporate interviews and in house work using the GH5, So I was loing to get soemthing else with all my friends purchase new cameras and at the end of the day. I purchased a second GH5. I am happy with the purchase.
Refreshing to hear someone who really knows and loves the camera they have and isn't craving after the next thing to come along. The GH5 is a great camera. I use a G9 and I think it's superb, perfect for my needs and fantastic value for money.
I just got my first GH5 today! It's hard to believe how many very useful features there are inside. The Ibis is a game-changer. Thanks for your knowledge. Yes, please expand your theme to wider topics.
Hi Ryan, I bought the GH5 about a year ago, and I love it! Actually so much I bought another one, GH5S this time, for better low light performance. But love the IBIS on the GH5, and my preferred camera. Being hybrid shooter I also love taking stills, so having that ability also is great. Great videos, keep them coming!
Whatever you do man, I’m here for it! One of my favorite channels! I’m part of the GH5 gang, and will always cherish it for the videos and stories it has captured!
Good video, im glad you got a new one. I have never used a camera, only action camera and my drone. Is the GH5 a good beginner camera, im thinking at starting to do some short films and some vlogging and I will take it with my out in nature. Is this a good camera for that.
The GH5 is King! And I still love my GH4 as a B Cam for interviews, with great battery life and the same battery as the GH5. I use the Cameras mostly with the Nokton 10.5 and 25mm f0,95!
Yeah man ...still got it!! I do have an S5 here, but still waiting for batteries to take it out for a spin. Great to meet another GH5 fan, one that's not following the hype and trend but really looking into the gear, its usability and your needs. Keep it up!
I just found your channel and will definitely check out more videos. 2 yrs ago we inherited my late father-in-law's camera bag. At first I didn't realize what he had but a friend's jaw dropped when I showed it to him. He had a GH4 and a GH5 (he always bought the latest) and 6 lenses, flash, SD cards, multiple batteries etc. So, I finally made the time to learn how to use a digital camera properly and I finally started to learn darktable and Photoshop properly. My favorite lens are the Lumix 12-35 f2.8 and the Lumix 35-100 f2.8. I put one on each body and I can do almost anything. One caveat is one MUST update the firmware in the bodies AND the lens of you will get blurry images. The process might be a bit complicated for the average user, but get it updated! I shoot only still, but after all the amazing things I hear about its video capabilities, I will have to try out the movie modes:) I have yet to test out the 7-12mm f2.8 fisheye or the 100-300mm super telephone. Keep up the great works!
Been following you for the passed couple weeks you sold me on the GH5 over anything. Wife even kicking in for me. Absolutely love your style and how you cover everything so well. Be well and thank you for the inspiration!
@@ryanjharris not yet but soon! Thanks man! Also you've put the camera back on the map! I swear before you could find that camera for 700 to 900 now its 1100+ you seriously have done a service to panasonic and they should probably give you a pay check.
Right on, Ryan. GH5 is the perfect camera for one-man crews. Now I use mine exclusively for video and the old GH4 for stills. And yes, no need for a gimbal!
Just bought a GH5 last month lightly used with v-log, a spare battery, sd card, smallrig cage, and original box/accessories for $1000 CAD. Loving the camera so far. Just used it for a short film shot in some of the coldest weather I’ve had where I live. It performed so well.
@@ryanjharris honestly, I think it just proves how relevant the camera will continue to be. The prices may be going down, but now there’s going to be a whole bunch of people switching over from G7s or G85s to the GH5 because they can afford it now, and it still does so many different things the other high end cameras do.
My lineup - gh4, gh5, gx9, gx8, gx85, love them all,. I was the Guy in 1970 with 3 Nikon F's and 2 Leica M3's around my neck, only because the Hasselblad's were too heavy. Each camera is paired with 1 specific lens that never gets swapped, never ever !
I have a BMPCC4K and I decided to get a GH5 MARK 2 because I have 4 Lumix lenses and will get the fifth one! I was going to get the Panasonic camcorder CX10 for Run'n'Gun filming and on-the-go content creation something easy, fast, and very high professional quality output but then I decided to switch to the GH5 after watching many filmmakers raving about it including your video! Thanks for your input, it has been a great help in my decision. Best
I was a Canon shooter, then Sony, after overheating issues switched to the GH5 and GH5s for weddings and haven't looked back. I love them, even now nothing tempts me away, image quality, stabilisation, colours etc these two cameras are a wedding videographers dream in my opinion :)
@@ryanjharris Yes bit by bit. Alongside the Canon 80D and Canon 90D and Nikon D5600, Nikon D750 Nikon D780 and Nikon Z5 for my street photography and maybe some portrait street photography. I currently own the Nikon D5500. The Fuji XT4 later on down the line. Mainly going to be open boxed purchases or really good used purchases. So over the four coming years the prices will be reasonable. Pricing should be 1,400 UK pounds downwards.
Every time I get down about my camera, I find myself on your channel. Ha! Just starting with shooting video and I love it! Would love to see more videos on getting more clients, etc. and hope you end up going in that direction. Thank you for all that you do.
I can definitely show more of that! Its what I am most interested in, the business side of it and ACTUALLY shooting films haha. I have a big one coming up that I will try to document
Regards from Stockholm, I found a used GH5 in May of 2020 over here for 850 usd. It's original purchase date waa from 2017 and it only had an exposure count of 618! I'm up over 4000 now. All I need now is another GH5!! A solution for night filming is a Metabones 0.64 and an old Nikon F1.4. It's all manual, but works really well. With that setup, you're at the same level wide open as a Voightländer F0.95.
Hey Stockholm! I want to go there some time. That is a great idea.. I have been thinking of gettting a Canon 50mm 1.4 for my Metabones the results must be INSANE hey
@@ryanjharris Hi again, Stockholm is a great place, you should also take the night train waaaaayyy up North. Get off in a town called Kiruna, rent a car there and enjoy 24 hours of daylight. In Kiruna, you're 90 miles north of the Arctic Circle. The Nikon I use is an old AF Nikkor 50mm F 1.4D. It works great. But the idea isn't mine, I saw this Finish guy try it and I went for it. ruclips.net/video/w8WoWNVxttI/видео.html
VERY nice video as always Ryan - I Purchased you master class. I have been looking at getting an Sony A1 and going all in Sony since low light and AF on my beloved GH5 is not the best. Once again your video just now is making me have a rethink. Whether I stay with GH5 or head to Sony GH5 will forever be an amazing camera no doubt. Thanks for the video, enjoy watching them.
Already have a GH5, thinking in buy a new camera, waiting for the GH6? Naaah I’m after a new GH5! You can bet!! Thanks bro! Always a pleasure to watch your videos.
I love my gh5 and have been using it for about 3 years. The only only only thing that bothers me about it is of course the autofocus. I usually do manual focus but there are definitely a few scenarios where solid autofocus would make my life so much easier
Fellow GH5 lover here. I own cinema cameras too, but 90% of the time the GH5 is the camera I grab and go. Every time I think of using the bigger cameras to get (maybe) better quality, I think of the hassle of carrying a monopod, a gimbal, tripod etc and forget the idea.... plus I find it much easier to manually pull focus during a handheld movement on the GH5, whereas with other cameras I'm either struggling to hold it steady enough or hoping the autofocus does what I want it to do (and I'm talking about Canon and Sony here)... and it usually doesn't. Then there's the fully customisable buttons and preset memories... no other camera comes close. As an example, I have a button that toggles between V-LOG and natural picture profiles so when the scene changes to a high contrast one I can quickly swap to V-Log in a second. I have another set to engage IS LOCK, so I can quickly switch to static and moving shots and get beautifully smooth movements or rock steady locked off shots instantly. I sound a bit crazy with my love for the GH5, but as long as you have good lenses with decent manual focus control (The Olympus Pro f1.2 lenses are unbeatable) I think its still the best tool available for a one-man production, and I think many film makers don't know what they're missing out on. In all honesty, I will still bring out my cinema camera if I have a crew working with me, but 90% of the time I'm on my own. And for the that the GH5 remains my baby and has served me so well I don't think I could ever bear to part with it.
I bought a secondhand G9 halfway through 2020 after using a GH4 as my workhorse for the past five years. Most of my work is for online consumption and is edited in 1080p, with the occasional call for TVC or (rarely) theatrical content, so 4k and the G9 (and by extension GH5) is more than enough for what I'm making. For extra shallow depth of field there are the primes from Voigtlander and Olympus, as well as full frame lenses with a Speedbooster XL. ISO 3200 is usable on the G9 with a touch of NR. And in order to get full frame 4k 50p with no crop, you'd need to pay a lot more money. Only the Sony A7S III shoots full sensor width 4k 50p, and the Canon R6 crops very slightly. The Canon C70 does aps-c 4k 50p and 120p, but that's a ton of money. G9 and GH5(S) are future proof and extremely good value for a lot of video creators. The only place where the G9 and GH5 are lesser are in raw output and dynamic range. The Olympus E-M1 III outputs to Prores Raw, and the Blackmagic Pockets have their own raw codec. The Sony A7 series cameras have pretty decent dynamic range in S-log. Depending on whether you shoot in controlled conditions or in situations requiring a lot of dynamic range, you might want to look elsewhere.
Great writeup! Totally agree with this - sure the Dynamic Range might not be the best when compared to s-log or ProRes Raw I agree with that. Thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers!
Went nuts last month, bought GH5, G9 and S5 FF to replace my FZ1000, FZ2500 and GX8. Loving the 10bit 4:2:2 workflow and the footage I am getting from these cameras. Also loving marrying some boutique legacy glass, fav being the sweet Takamur 50mm f1.4 🍷
I also just bought a new one in late 2020 after considering the BMPCC 6K, XT-4, or Canons. Already have a G7 and a couple m43 lenses, plus a decent group of EF lenses to adapt in. Also shoot Fuji (XT-2) but wanted something more video centric and extremely pleased with the GH5. It honestly matches or exceeds specs and usability of nearly every new camera released through 2020!
@@ryanjharris haha referring to the entry level Panasonic body from 6+ years ago, picked it up as a backup 4k video cam for $500 in like 2016. Tremendous value but I was shocked at how much better the GH5 is from a build & usability standpoint
I’m a true newbie and after watching so many RUclips vids for a while, I knew that if I were going to spend a couple grand on a camera, it would have to be the GH5. I bought it a week or so ago. Haven’t done anything with it yet cause I’m doing a lot of research to learn how to use it. But yes, for the money, it’s the best value out there. Even now, early 2021, it has more than so many other cameras for sale, even many new ones for twice the price. I’ll bet the GH6 is gonna be something special.
GH5 is still the main video camera for us! Other camera systems are alluring right now, but the GH5 is sticking around. Knowing this camera inside and out, and being able to count on this small little rig in the worst type of conditions to capture the moments we need to capture is what keeps us from switching. Looking forward to seeing what kind of wizardry Panasonic does with the GH6 though! :P
Ryan, thanks for confirming my GH5 decision two years back. Mine isn’t weathered yet, but I’m thinking about a second camera to do multiple angles in documentaries. I think it should be another GH5... what do you think?
That's essentially what I did. I see no issue with the GH5 outputting amazing HQ films for my clients for at least the next 3 years so personally, I think it is worth it! Let me know what you think
Probably more than five years. I have run across photographers that are still using 5D MK II’s and III’s. The GH5 has more technology than most people even know what to do with. There will always be technological advancements, but some people might not need them, or can use them. Sure, 8K is the new fad, but how many people have the hardware to edit it, or the storage capacity to deal with it. Let alone the ability to view it. Keeping up with the Jones’s gets expensive... . ..
Thanks Ryan. I was wavering between finally upgrading from my GH4 to a GH5 or a BMPC4K since I have a gazillion MFT lenses. I'm inspired to stick with th GH!!!
Hi there. Love your work. I have a sony a6400 but its really shakey and instead of getting a gimbal I am looking at switching to a gh5 as id like to shoot more run and gun style and not get told off too much by the wife. I worry about the gh5 auto focus though. Your videos look awesome so I guess I shouldnt worry. Would the gh5 still be ok at taking wildlife photos or actions photos aswell? Would really appreciate your advice. Cheers
I am working on a full comparison of GH5 vs S5 and will release it soon! I think for low light S5 is looking great BUT it depends on your finances. I wouldn't stretch too far to get the S5. I will add more details soon!
Ryan, it's good to see the love you have for the GH5, I've had mine for a while now, with a VILTROX EF-M2II adapter + a Sigma Art 18-35 mm, I love this setup, but the AUTO FOCUS is the great weak point of this equipment... Do you always work with manual focus? How do you go about moving around with the camera and keeping everything in focus? I know the peaking tool, but it is not always easy to visualize. Could you do a tutorial on this topic or do you have any Tip to share? I want to learn to focus well while moving to get the shots I want. Thank you!
I too have two GH5’s, but I shoot events. I have no problems with this camera. I’d like to add another camera to my kit. Sometimes I think that I should get something better or something cheaper.
I love to watch footage of the GH5 but also from S5 these days. For a first camera purchase which of those two would you recommend? Keep the great content coming :)
@@ryanjharris thanks! If I may add a question: What’s is the most important feature on the GH5 for you as filmmaker that the S5 does not have? Cheers :)
I was thinking about an upgrade but bought the metabones ultra and sigma 18-35 combo instead. It’s more than enough for social media, documentary style films and promos. I’m interested to know what system settings you guys shoot 4K 60fps in? NTSC or Cinema?
Regarding the last 15 seconds Ryan, consider talking about the business/marketing side of filmmaking, could be really interesting for most of us. Congrats on your new GH5, I'd do the same if mine broke or something 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
This is great! Just as I love my trusty GH4 even though its touchscreen never worked at all, it works great for me! My nest step will be a GH5! (I love the BGH1 but I prefer the GH5) Congratulations on staying cool with another GH5!
I was thinking about switching until I saw this video! I think it's because I don't know enough about it to be comfortable with it. Obe issue I am having right now is the GH5 isn't saving any new settings. When I turn the camera off it reverts back to my previous settings. If you or anyone in the comments have some advice I'd love to hear them. Thank you.
I've had a T3i, G7, G85, a7 III, and now the a7S III, but I swear I'd be lying if I said I still didn't want a GH5 in my collection. There's just something about it!
good stuff. I have been using the GH5 for last 3 years and actually been thinking of getting into a FF camera (eyeballing Sony a7s3) I could use better low light and auto focus for what I do. The Gh5 has been good though for most everything. (lenses: Pany 12-35 2.8, 35-100 2.8) I have held off buying new faster glass which would help the Low light but still will struggle with auto focus. hmm....
Hi. I have a G9 and was thinking of a second body given the incredible build quality and features. Right now G9 $997 and G5 is $1297. Since there have been significant firmware upgrades would it be of any advantage to choose the GH5 over the G9 for video work. IOW, should I just add G9? Thanks
Hey man, thanks for the vid. I am considering getting one of these, but I am concerned about the autofocus (which as I research) seems to be/have been an issue or a con with this camera when shooting moving shots on the move. I sometimes film dancers and I need to be able to trust the cameras AF function when moving with them.What's your opinon on this? TIA!
Why not get the s5 it's smaller than gh5, 4k60,6k HDMI out, better in low-light, better autofocus, better in photo, only 2k with kit lens, gh5 was 2k body only during it's first release
Crazy how they hold their value. I used KEH to sell our t6i and noticed GH5s are hard to come by! I think we are going to go new dji pocket 2... simple run + gun.
Once one has been spoilt with the video features of the GH5 and have built ones kit, it is hard to give it up for the present hybrid offerings available. I shall only be complimenting by GH5 system with FF not replacing it! in fact, if the GH6 comes soon, I might just keep my FF lenses and not bother with a FF body and use the saved money to buy a set of those beautiful Oly pro 1.2 primes!😃🙏🏾
@@ryanjharris oh and today I just ordered a used Tokina 11-16. I hadn’t considered it before but I bought the Viltrox EF M2-2 last year (together with a Sigma 18-35)
I use Sony a7iii and I was thinking of getting Atomos ninja v as my monitor just for the fact that I can shoot over 30 minutes but this video has made me change my mind. I will rather get Gh 5, a versatile lens and probably a feelworld monitor. Thank you for this video.
awesome man.. I plan on getting a gh5s and a gh5 soon after I shoot with a g9 but want a a b c cam. and for a personal cam I am actually thinking of a gx8
@@ryanjharris ya its weird how there isnt much on it and it was never very popular... in my opinion its one of panasonics best designs especially for travel and vlog.. 20 mp sensor smaller body like a gx85 or 9 but with a larger grip and flip around screen and weather sealed.. of course it has its stupid things like the mic jack is a weird mm need an adaptor and no stabilization in 4k. nto sure if it has touch screen but you can get one around 4-500 good condition..imo a great cam to be out and about with
@@ryanjharris looking forward to it. Honestly I feel like they complement each other a lot but i don’t know if it fully feels the same when using it next to the gh5 as i haven’t used it yet.
My first GH5 is pretty close to the end of it’s life, I’m just hoping it doesn’t die before a Gh6 is announced. I already have a second Gh5, Don’t want to buy a third this close to the end of the product lifecycle
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@@TheBearScaleModels Agreed! Lets gooooo
Which speedbooster are you using with those EF lenses??
I bought the G9 last year. I really don’t see enough benefit to go through the expense of upgrading to Fullframe yet. The G9 is amazing even in 2021.
I know you really enjoy the GH5 for the IBS, but any part of you wish you got the GH5S?
@@TheDevotd Not at all, with my lenses going down to f2.0 I have little issue with low light
Cheers!
Ayyyye gh5 team.
Still using my two every single day. I’ve added only one additional camera that’s not a gh5 since haha
Lets gooooooo! Miss you buddy
2 of my favourite RUclipsrs right here!! Levi do you still recommend the 12-35mm for your go-to wide angle lense?
Big fan and your videos on the GH5 had a lot to do with the choice I made. Thanks!
@@dylanfgarrison Awesome!
@@ben_theredonethat94 Cheers Ben!
Ryan, I think I mentioned it the last time on your post. In 2021, I feel the GH5 is STILL such a powerful camera. You nailed it when you talked about the in-body stabilization and 4k60. Thanks
Hey Louis, totally agree. Can't believe how well its aged... Crazy eh
I do a bunch of corporate interviews and in house work using the GH5, So I was loing to get soemthing else with all my friends purchase new cameras and at the end of the day. I purchased a second GH5. I am happy with the purchase.
LETS GOOO great call
Refreshing to hear someone who really knows and loves the camera they have and isn't craving after the next thing to come along. The GH5 is a great camera.
I use a G9 and I think it's superb, perfect for my needs and fantastic value for money.
G9 is great! Thanks for watching mate
Thanks for being such a helpful person to the GH5 users. Loving your GH5 masterclass course its helped me so much to get going!
Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed the course
I just got my first GH5 today! It's hard to believe how many very useful features there are inside. The Ibis is a game-changer. Thanks for your knowledge. Yes, please expand your theme to wider topics.
Crazy eh! Enjoy the new camera man!
Love that you’re still using the GH5. Just got mine based on your recommendation and love it so far. Thanks for your work!
Awesome man, glad to hear it. Keep on creating!
Hi Ryan, I bought the GH5 about a year ago, and I love it! Actually so much I bought another one, GH5S this time, for better low light performance. But love the IBIS on the GH5, and my preferred camera. Being hybrid shooter I also love taking stills, so having that ability also is great. Great videos, keep them coming!
Thanks Armand! I felt the same with the GH5s wasn't willing to give up the IBIS. Cheers!
Hell ya dude love to see u shooting on gh5 still. Thanks for all the inspo
Cheers thanks for watching mate
Purchased one a few months ago and I absolutely love it. This video is another reminder of why I made the right choice with this camera.
Awesome! Enjoy Dennis
Whatever you do man, I’m here for it! One of my favorite channels! I’m part of the GH5 gang, and will always cherish it for the videos and stories it has captured!
Thanks Derek - appreciate that!
Always refreshing to hear you speak highly of GH5.
Thanks for watching Stewart
Good video, im glad you got a new one. I have never used a camera, only action camera and my drone. Is the GH5 a good beginner camera, im thinking at starting to do some short films and some vlogging and I will take it with my out in nature. Is this a good camera for that.
Right now I'm considering buying a Panasonic Lumix gh5. thank you for the video, it was very helpful to me.
Good choice! Cheers!
The GH5 is King! And I still love my GH4 as a B Cam for interviews, with great battery life and the same battery as the GH5. I use the Cameras mostly with the Nokton 10.5 and 25mm f0,95!
Great lenses! Nice mate
sweeet video, just picked up the Gh5 late last year - great piece of gear. Shooting a lot with it right now :)
Glad to hear it man, enjoy
Yeah man ...still got it!! I do have an S5 here, but still waiting for batteries to take it out for a spin. Great to meet another GH5 fan, one that's not following the hype and trend but really looking into the gear, its usability and your needs. Keep it up!
Cheers Kevin - Enjoy the S5 its pretty amazing also
I just found your channel and will definitely check out more videos.
2 yrs ago we inherited my late father-in-law's camera bag. At first I didn't realize what he had but a friend's jaw dropped when I showed it to him.
He had a GH4 and a GH5 (he always bought the latest) and 6 lenses, flash, SD cards, multiple batteries etc.
So, I finally made the time to learn how to use a digital camera properly and I finally started to learn darktable and Photoshop properly.
My favorite lens are the Lumix 12-35 f2.8 and the Lumix 35-100 f2.8. I put one on each body and I can do almost anything.
One caveat is one MUST update the firmware in the bodies AND the lens of you will get blurry images. The process might be a bit complicated for the average user, but get it updated!
I shoot only still, but after all the amazing things I hear about its video capabilities, I will have to try out the movie modes:)
I have yet to test out the 7-12mm f2.8 fisheye or the 100-300mm super telephone.
Keep up the great works!
Been following you for the passed couple weeks you sold me on the GH5 over anything. Wife even kicking in for me. Absolutely love your style and how you cover everything so well. Be well and thank you for the inspiration!
Thank you Roy much appreciated. Glad to hear you got one - enjoy it!
@@ryanjharris not yet but soon! Thanks man!
Also you've put the camera back on the map! I swear before you could find that camera for 700 to 900 now its 1100+ you seriously have done a service to panasonic and they should probably give you a pay check.
Right on, Ryan. GH5 is the perfect camera for one-man crews. Now I use mine exclusively for video and the old GH4 for stills. And yes, no need for a gimbal!
Lets go!!! I agree mate, keep on creating
Gh4 for stills? I could never get the photos to look good
Just bought a GH5 last month lightly used with v-log, a spare battery, sd card, smallrig cage, and original box/accessories for $1000 CAD. Loving the camera so far. Just used it for a short film shot in some of the coldest weather I’ve had where I live. It performed so well.
Insane price. Nice man
@@ryanjharris honestly, I think it just proves how relevant the camera will continue to be. The prices may be going down, but now there’s going to be a whole bunch of people switching over from G7s or G85s to the GH5 because they can afford it now, and it still does so many different things the other high end cameras do.
My lineup - gh4, gh5, gx9, gx8, gx85, love them all,. I was the Guy in 1970 with 3 Nikon F's and 2 Leica M3's around my neck, only because the Hasselblad's were too heavy. Each camera is paired with 1 specific lens that never gets swapped, never ever !
Haha epic lineup. I used a Hasselblad this year - I get it haha
Started on GH5, switched to Sony a6400, and within a year switched back to the GH5 🤙🏽
Lets goooo!!! I got the s6300 also, didn't love it.
I got an A7III and A7RIII pretty cheap (more or less a gift). Switched to GH5 - far better (video) camera!
You are right . I have the same experience
I have a BMPCC4K and I decided to get a GH5 MARK 2 because I have 4 Lumix lenses and will get the fifth one! I was going to get the Panasonic camcorder CX10 for Run'n'Gun filming and on-the-go content creation something easy, fast, and very high professional quality output but then I decided to switch to the GH5 after watching many filmmakers raving about it including your video! Thanks for your input, it has been a great help in my decision. Best
I was a Canon shooter, then Sony, after overheating issues switched to the GH5 and GH5s for weddings and haven't looked back. I love them, even now nothing tempts me away, image quality, stabilisation, colours etc these two cameras are a wedding videographers dream in my opinion :)
Glad to hear it man, welcome back haha
Excellent Ryan. The Panasonic Gh5, Gh5s and Panasonic S5 and Panasonic S1 are on my four year plan camera purchasing list.
Love it! You're going to buy all 4 of them?? Thats a lot of cameras haha
@@ryanjharris Yes bit by bit. Alongside the Canon 80D and Canon 90D and Nikon D5600, Nikon D750 Nikon D780 and Nikon Z5 for my street photography and maybe some portrait street photography.
I currently own the Nikon D5500.
The Fuji XT4 later on down the line.
Mainly going to be open boxed purchases or really good used purchases. So over the four coming years the prices will be reasonable.
Pricing should be 1,400 UK pounds downwards.
Let’s not forget, it’s not a bad little stills camera either. Better for video obviously but very useful for stills.
So true.. I am happy with its photography capabilities. Sometimes... haha
I have a GH5 and a Canon R6, and for real i use much more the GH5, i am just in love with this camera. Soooo easy to use and i just can't stop.
Yes totally agree, about to get my second.
Wooh!
Too congratulations man! I hope I will get one in the future when I will be able to afford it
Every time I get down about my camera, I find myself on your channel. Ha! Just starting with shooting video and I love it! Would love to see more videos on getting more clients, etc. and hope you end up going in that direction. Thank you for all that you do.
I can definitely show more of that! Its what I am most interested in, the business side of it and ACTUALLY shooting films haha. I have a big one coming up that I will try to document
@@ryanjharris hell yeah! I look forward to it and continuing to follow your story.
@@tonythompson9709 Thanks!
Regards from Stockholm,
I found a used GH5 in May of 2020 over here for 850 usd. It's original purchase date waa from 2017 and it only had an exposure count of 618!
I'm up over 4000 now. All I need now is another GH5!!
A solution for night filming is a Metabones 0.64 and an old Nikon F1.4.
It's all manual, but works really well. With that setup, you're at the same level wide open as a Voightländer F0.95.
Hey Stockholm! I want to go there some time.
That is a great idea.. I have been thinking of gettting a Canon 50mm 1.4 for my Metabones the results must be INSANE hey
@@ryanjharris Hi again, Stockholm is a great place, you should also take the night train waaaaayyy up North. Get off in a town called Kiruna, rent a car there and enjoy 24 hours of daylight. In Kiruna, you're 90 miles north of the Arctic Circle.
The Nikon I use is an old AF Nikkor 50mm F 1.4D. It works great. But the idea isn't mine, I saw this Finish guy try it and I went for it.
ruclips.net/video/w8WoWNVxttI/видео.html
Do everything you said you want to do at the end bro and we'll be right here to watch ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾. I have a 2nd Panasonic G9 for the same reason lol
Thanks Adam, really appreciate that! Haha the G9 looks sweet also
I’m stalling, waiting for the mythical gh6!
HOLLLLLDDDDD. It'll come one day haha
VERY nice video as always Ryan - I Purchased you master class. I have been looking at getting an Sony A1 and going all in Sony since low light and AF on my beloved GH5 is not the best.
Once again your video just now is making me have a rethink. Whether I stay with GH5 or head to Sony GH5 will forever be an amazing camera no doubt. Thanks for the video, enjoy watching them.
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words
Already have a GH5, thinking in buy a new camera, waiting for the GH6? Naaah I’m after a new GH5! You can bet!! Thanks bro! Always a pleasure to watch your videos.
I love my gh5 and have been using it for about 3 years. The only only only thing that bothers me about it is of course the autofocus. I usually do manual focus but there are definitely a few scenarios where solid autofocus would make my life so much easier
Fellow GH5 lover here. I own cinema cameras too, but 90% of the time the GH5 is the camera I grab and go.
Every time I think of using the bigger cameras to get (maybe) better quality, I think of the hassle of carrying a monopod, a gimbal, tripod etc and forget the idea.... plus I find it much easier to manually pull focus during a handheld movement on the GH5, whereas with other cameras I'm either struggling to hold it steady enough or hoping the autofocus does what I want it to do (and I'm talking about Canon and Sony here)... and it usually doesn't.
Then there's the fully customisable buttons and preset memories... no other camera comes close.
As an example, I have a button that toggles between V-LOG and natural picture profiles so when the scene changes to a high contrast one I can quickly swap to V-Log in a second.
I have another set to engage IS LOCK, so I can quickly switch to static and moving shots and get beautifully smooth movements or rock steady locked off shots instantly.
I sound a bit crazy with my love for the GH5, but as long as you have good lenses with decent manual focus control (The Olympus Pro f1.2 lenses are unbeatable) I think its still the best tool available for a one-man production, and I think many film makers don't know what they're missing out on.
In all honesty, I will still bring out my cinema camera if I have a crew working with me, but 90% of the time I'm on my own. And for the that the GH5 remains my baby and has served me so well I don't think I could ever bear to part with it.
Every time you post you give me inspiration man 👌
Cheers man, thanks for watching
I bought a secondhand G9 halfway through 2020 after using a GH4 as my workhorse for the past five years. Most of my work is for online consumption and is edited in 1080p, with the occasional call for TVC or (rarely) theatrical content, so 4k and the G9 (and by extension GH5) is more than enough for what I'm making. For extra shallow depth of field there are the primes from Voigtlander and Olympus, as well as full frame lenses with a Speedbooster XL. ISO 3200 is usable on the G9 with a touch of NR. And in order to get full frame 4k 50p with no crop, you'd need to pay a lot more money. Only the Sony A7S III shoots full sensor width 4k 50p, and the Canon R6 crops very slightly. The Canon C70 does aps-c 4k 50p and 120p, but that's a ton of money. G9 and GH5(S) are future proof and extremely good value for a lot of video creators.
The only place where the G9 and GH5 are lesser are in raw output and dynamic range. The Olympus E-M1 III outputs to Prores Raw, and the Blackmagic Pockets have their own raw codec. The Sony A7 series cameras have pretty decent dynamic range in S-log. Depending on whether you shoot in controlled conditions or in situations requiring a lot of dynamic range, you might want to look elsewhere.
Great writeup! Totally agree with this - sure the Dynamic Range might not be the best when compared to s-log or ProRes Raw I agree with that.
Thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers!
I've been using my gh5 for 2 years now and I'll switch it only to gh6, nothing else
Haha, we are holding... GH6 or bust!
What about s5
we gotta a fan boi
@@kris4637 It's a great option but I'll need some lenses for full frame and they are a little bit pricy, especially in Russia, where I'm from.
Went nuts last month, bought GH5, G9 and S5 FF to replace my FZ1000, FZ2500 and GX8.
Loving the 10bit 4:2:2 workflow and the footage I am getting from these cameras.
Also loving marrying some boutique legacy glass, fav being the sweet Takamur 50mm f1.4 🍷
I also just bought a new one in late 2020 after considering the BMPCC 6K, XT-4, or Canons.
Already have a G7 and a couple m43 lenses, plus a decent group of EF lenses to adapt in. Also shoot Fuji (XT-2) but wanted something more video centric and extremely pleased with the GH5. It honestly matches or exceeds specs and usability of nearly every new camera released through 2020!
Glad to hear it! G7 looks pretty awesome
@@ryanjharris haha referring to the entry level Panasonic body from 6+ years ago, picked it up as a backup 4k video cam for $500 in like 2016. Tremendous value but I was shocked at how much better the GH5 is from a build & usability standpoint
I’m a true newbie and after watching so many RUclips vids for a while, I knew that if I were going to spend a couple grand on a camera, it would have to be the GH5. I bought it a week or so ago. Haven’t done anything with it yet cause I’m doing a lot of research to learn how to use it. But yes, for the money, it’s the best value out there. Even now, early 2021, it has more than so many other cameras for sale, even many new ones for twice the price. I’ll bet the GH6 is gonna be something special.
GH5 is still the main video camera for us! Other camera systems are alluring right now, but the GH5 is sticking around. Knowing this camera inside and out, and being able to count on this small little rig in the worst type of conditions to capture the moments we need to capture is what keeps us from switching. Looking forward to seeing what kind of wizardry Panasonic does with the GH6 though! :P
EXACTLY how I feel. I am stoked for the GH6 also but not holding my breath... Just trying to focus on what I have for now. Cheers man!!
I still have my GH5 and is a BEAST of a camera, I love it.....
Ryan what do you think about GH5s, as I'm sure you checked it too, before to buy GH5 second time?
maybe a future video could be how you landed your most successful clients?
Sounds good man! Will work on that
I mean theres one video where he talks about how he got into working for Red Bull, quite funny how that came to be.
Ryan, thanks for confirming my GH5 decision two years back. Mine isn’t weathered yet, but I’m thinking about a second camera to do multiple angles in documentaries. I think it should be another GH5... what do you think?
That's essentially what I did. I see no issue with the GH5 outputting amazing HQ films for my clients for at least the next 3 years so personally, I think it is worth it! Let me know what you think
i love my gh5 and gh5s!!! power duo!
Great setup! Nice mate
To be honest, the GH5 is going to be enough for most people for another 5 years!
I don’t plan to upgrade anytime soon, that’s for sure!
GH5 2026!! Lets gooo
Probably more than five years. I have run across photographers that are still using 5D MK II’s and III’s. The GH5 has more technology than most people even know what to do with. There will always be technological advancements, but some people might not need them, or can use them. Sure, 8K is the new fad, but how many people have the hardware to edit it, or the storage capacity to deal with it. Let alone the ability to view it.
Keeping up with the Jones’s gets expensive...
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Thanks Ryan. I was wavering between finally upgrading from my GH4 to a GH5 or a BMPC4K since I have a gazillion MFT lenses. I'm inspired to stick with th GH!!!
Nice man! Glad to hear it!
Hi there. Love your work. I have a sony a6400 but its really shakey and instead of getting a gimbal I am looking at switching to a gh5 as id like to shoot more run and gun style and not get told off too much by the wife.
I worry about the gh5 auto focus though. Your videos look awesome so I guess I shouldnt worry. Would the gh5 still be ok at taking wildlife photos or actions photos aswell? Would really appreciate your advice. Cheers
Love the GH5...been looking into the S5 as a back up, especially for low light situations...what is your thought on the S5 over the GH5?
I am working on a full comparison of GH5 vs S5 and will release it soon! I think for low light S5 is looking great BUT it depends on your finances. I wouldn't stretch too far to get the S5. I will add more details soon!
@@ryanjharris looking forward to it! Thanks man!
Were you saying the GH4 doesn't shoot 4K or that it's not 4K 60fps? I shoot 4k all the time and I know it doesn't shoot 60fps..just checking
Ryan, it's good to see the love you have for the GH5, I've had mine for a while now, with a VILTROX EF-M2II adapter + a Sigma Art 18-35 mm, I love this setup, but the AUTO FOCUS is the great weak point of this equipment... Do you always work with manual focus? How do you go about moving around with the camera and keeping everything in focus? I know the peaking tool, but it is not always easy to visualize. Could you do a tutorial on this topic or do you have any Tip to share? I want to learn to focus well while moving to get the shots I want. Thank you!
I do only use manual - here is a full tutorial I just put out: ruclips.net/video/D27b4IKkaLM/видео.html
Longer tutorials in my workshop: workshop.ryanjharris.ca/courses/ryanharris
@@ryanjharris Thanks!
Nice !!, the GH5 is a run & gun beast. I still love mine.
Helll ya mate!
I too have two GH5’s, but I shoot events. I have no problems with this camera. I’d like to add another camera to my kit. Sometimes I think that I should get something better or something cheaper.
I love to watch footage of the GH5 but also from S5 these days. For a first camera purchase which of those two would you recommend? Keep the great content coming :)
I would recommend the GH5 for a FILMMAKER. If you are 50/50 photography and video then maybe the S5. Cheers!
@@ryanjharris thanks! If I may add a question: What’s is the most important feature on the GH5 for you as filmmaker that the S5 does not have? Cheers :)
I was thinking about an upgrade but bought the metabones ultra and sigma 18-35 combo instead.
It’s more than enough for social media, documentary style films and promos.
I’m interested to know what system settings you guys shoot 4K 60fps in?
NTSC or Cinema?
What about the eye autofocus? That was the reason for me ti switch to the canon EOS R
watching your videos wants to make me go into filming stuff and use the gh5.
Glad to hear it!
Don't forget (cuz most reviewers do) the high bitrate as high as 400 mbps for really detailed amazing capture of images
Adding one to my S1H soon! Legendary camera
Epic! Enjoy mate
Regarding the last 15 seconds Ryan, consider talking about the business/marketing side of filmmaking, could be really interesting for most of us. Congrats on your new GH5, I'd do the same if mine broke or something 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thanks! I will start posting longer videos on those topics :) Cheers
Ryan, do you own any Sony cameras? If so, do you own the A7S3? If not, have you ever considered it? What's your opinion on it? Curious.
This is great! Just as I love my trusty GH4 even though its touchscreen never worked at all, it works great for me! My nest step will be a GH5! (I love the BGH1 but I prefer the GH5) Congratulations on staying cool with another GH5!
Haha, yes the GH4 upgrade to the GH5 is a big difference! Excited for you
Thanks for staying loyal to the Gang!!! GH6 cometh
Hahah, cheers David. GH5 till 2040.. haha
Yeah...to all the faithfuls that waited on gh4 to see gh5, Gh6 is coming and it will be epic
It’s the one camera I refuse to sell.
Same here
Hi, why didn't you buy the GH5s? why do you prefer the GH5?
I LOVE the IBIS on the GH5 and have no issues with the low light
I was thinking about switching until I saw this video! I think it's because I don't know enough about it to be comfortable with it. Obe issue I am having right now is the GH5 isn't saving any new settings. When I turn the camera off it reverts back to my previous settings. If you or anyone in the comments have some advice I'd love to hear them. Thank you.
I've had a T3i, G7, G85, a7 III, and now the a7S III, but I swear I'd be lying if I said I still didn't want a GH5 in my collection. There's just something about it!
good stuff. I have been using the GH5 for last 3 years and actually been thinking of getting into a FF camera (eyeballing Sony a7s3) I could use better low light and auto focus for what I do. The Gh5 has been good though for most everything. (lenses: Pany 12-35 2.8, 35-100 2.8) I have held off buying new faster glass which would help the Low light but still will struggle with auto focus. hmm....
Hi. I have a G9 and was thinking of a second body given the incredible build quality and features. Right now G9 $997 and G5 is $1297. Since there have been significant firmware upgrades would it be of any advantage to choose the GH5 over the G9 for video work. IOW, should I just add G9? Thanks
I’m still on GH5 and EOS R for now. 🙂
Great combo! Good call
What do you think about the gh5 photography side? I'm planning to purchase gh5 for all around video and photo what do you think
Amazing review and content 🙏
Thank you 🙌
Hey man, thanks for the vid. I am considering getting one of these, but I am concerned about the autofocus (which as I research) seems to be/have been an issue or a con with this camera when shooting moving shots on the move. I sometimes film dancers and I need to be able to trust the cameras AF function when moving with them.What's your opinon on this? TIA!
Why not get the s5 it's smaller than gh5, 4k60,6k HDMI out, better in low-light, better autofocus, better in photo, only 2k with kit lens, gh5 was 2k body only during it's first release
I have the S5 also but might sell it. I will do a full comparison video soon!
Crazy how they hold their value. I used KEH to sell our t6i and noticed GH5s are hard to come by! I think we are going to go new dji pocket 2... simple run + gun.
I've heard good things about the Pocket II. Good call!
Just never shot enough with the t6i. Pocket size, no excuses!
Just got used gh5 from eBay. Beste choice ever. But i'm still looking out for an wide fisheye lens especially for filming skateboarding.
Make sure you also use a battery grip to extend battery 😀
Ouuu haven't tried one yet to be honest..
Love my GH5.
Hell ya!
Once one has been spoilt with the video features of the GH5 and have built ones kit, it is hard to give it up for the present hybrid offerings available. I shall only be complimenting by GH5 system with FF not replacing it! in fact, if the GH6 comes soon, I might just keep my FF lenses and not bother with a FF body and use the saved money to buy a set of those beautiful Oly pro 1.2 primes!😃🙏🏾
I still use my GH5 and sold my GH4 to (50%) fund a G9 which is my primary stills camera!
Nice!
@@ryanjharris oh and today I just ordered a used Tokina 11-16. I hadn’t considered it before but I bought the Viltrox EF M2-2 last year (together with a Sigma 18-35)
I use Sony a7iii and I was thinking of getting Atomos ninja v as my monitor just for the fact that I can shoot over 30 minutes but this video has made me change my mind. I will rather get Gh 5, a versatile lens and probably a feelworld monitor. Thank you for this video.
Awesome! Keep on creating
Much appreciated, Ryan.
GH5 FTW!
Ya buddyyyyy!!
Love u dude! I am looking to buy another one. Where did you purchase yours at?
Nice mate! Off Amazon here ► amzn.to/310TCNd
@@ryanjharris thanks man keep up the great works. Have you thought about the s1h? Ive been thinking getting one some day
GH5 gang baby 💥
Lets goooo!
I still have might and it still runs like it brand new and never let me down.
Hell ya!
Why not the GH5S, i wonder.
There is a lot to like about MFT and GH5 especially.
awesome man.. I plan on getting a gh5s and a gh5 soon after I shoot with a g9 but want a a b c cam. and for a personal cam I am actually thinking of a gx8
Nice! I don't know much about the GX8 what's the appeal?
@@ryanjharris ya its weird how there isnt much on it and it was never very popular... in my opinion its one of panasonics best designs especially for travel and vlog.. 20 mp sensor smaller body like a gx85 or 9 but with a larger grip and flip around screen and weather sealed.. of course it has its stupid things like the mic jack is a weird mm need an adaptor and no stabilization in 4k. nto sure if it has touch screen but you can get one around 4-500 good condition..imo a great cam to be out and about with
oh yea! love my GH5!
Hell ya
I still love and thinkin' to get a new GH5 too!
DOOOO IT!
@@ryanjharris 🙌
Great video, I have 2 GH5. I just love them.
Great to hear!
I love my gh5 I’ve been thinking about getting an s5 as my second camera.
I have an S5 also, I will do a full comparison video soon!
@@ryanjharris looking forward to it. Honestly I feel like they complement each other a lot but i don’t know if it fully feels the same when using it next to the gh5 as i haven’t used it yet.
What’s difference between GH5 and GH5S?
My first GH5 is pretty close to the end of it’s life, I’m just hoping it doesn’t die before a Gh6 is announced. I already have a second Gh5, Don’t want to buy a third this close to the end of the product lifecycle
Totally get that. #preyforgh6