The BEST Micro Four Thirds Cameras in 2020

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  • Опубликовано: 2 ноя 2024

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  • @momchilyordanov8190
    @momchilyordanov8190 4 года назад +12

    I would argue that the best OVERALL in the micro 4/3 world nowadays is E-M5 III. It has the same IQ as the rest 20MP ones, has better AF for both photos and video than any Lumix model and most importantly - has the size a micro 4/3 camera should be. The G9 is fine, especially at it's current price, but at 660g its heavier than a full frame Sony 7III! The E-M1 III has some extra features and proper grip, but is too expensive. I would rather go for the 5 with it's optional grip if it feels too small. Al in all, the little M5 III, especially with the small 1.8 primes, is the epitome of the whole system - pro level quality from a compact, light package.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +3

      Momchil Yordanov Hey man I think if you’re focused on Photos that’s one of the ways to go as well. In the video I was just trying to crowned at the camera with the most features in the system including things that other Kamran can provide at all. If you’re looking at the G9 versus the Em5iii, I think the G9 very handling beats it and video features it’s not even close so in that regard I couldn’t crowned the EM five for any of my categories because it didn’t have all the features of eM1x, But for the best overall camera it couldn’t match the G9 which is almost as good as the gh5 In terms of video features But I completely see your point and I agree if you’re only looking at photos and you don’t need the extra features of the em1x, it’s a good choice

  • @SteveWB
    @SteveWB 4 года назад +2

    Kim brother get ready!! Your hard work is about to pay off. You will be at 100k by the end of the year. You have a great channel and well made videos!

    • @SteveWB
      @SteveWB 4 года назад +1

      I like my own comments because nobody else will LOL

    • @SteveWB
      @SteveWB 4 года назад +1

      Did it again....lol

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Steve WB haha thanks for the love man honestly already passed my 50 subscriber goal haha but let’s see where this goes thanks a lot man!!

    • @SteveWB
      @SteveWB 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 I have a kid's channel that was blowing up before coppa. We hit 11k pretty fast so I know the snowball effect and you will soon. Set your goals higher Brother don't be scared to say you want 200k and go for it. I am a G7 guy and your videos help me a lot thank you!

  • @spinkscapes775
    @spinkscapes775 3 года назад

    If you just want a video option then the Zcam E2 is far and away the best camera I've used. It is simply astounding how good it is and I'll often prefer it above my C200, XT3, Pocket 4K and R5.

  • @seifenhasedreizehn4077
    @seifenhasedreizehn4077 3 года назад

    what lens do you use for autofocus in video? Native lenses? Since I also have the viltrox sigma combo but don‘t remember that working while video
    2. question: When will you continue making videos? they so good :)

  • @johnkilmerstone
    @johnkilmerstone 4 года назад +5

    What about the Olympus E-M1 Mark III?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      That’s a camera I had to think about for a while! It costs a chunk more than the G9, and while it might have better continuous auto focusing, the video features on the camera just don’t match what lumix offers in terms of the quality of video ie bit rates, bit depth, video scopes etc.. so as a hybrid camera it isn’t as good as the G9. As the best photo camera it actually stacks up ok against the em1x and with a slightly more advanced processor, however Olympus left out their intelligent subject detection which is superrrrr useful and the way things should be moving forward! So while it’s a good photo camera, for 1,600 body only (launched at 1,800), you can save cash on a G9 with almost the same features, or pay for the em1x for the best/most photo features for the system. As a smaller alternative for a professional body, it totally works for the em1iii though! Just note that you’re paying more for not much more value added than more affordable options

    • @bdssoaz
      @bdssoaz 4 года назад +2

      @@KimCruz1 The E-M1 III is a better camera if stills is your thing, the C-AF is awesome! For a video user, definitely a Lumix camera such as the G9 or GH5 is a better choice (although the E-M1 III is a good camera in video, it just lags behind in video specs/features...but, as major points, the Oly has the best IBIS in the the market and the C-AF for video is actually very very good!).

    • @Thegbiggamerz
      @Thegbiggamerz 3 года назад +1

      @@bdssoaz I agree I own G9 & GH5s I tried EM1iii its the best for stills. It's a smaller EM1x. & video isn't bad at all, not GH5s or even GH5 it's more like 80% of G9 video with PDAF.

  • @robertdoran7387
    @robertdoran7387 2 года назад

    Lots of info. Trying to get myself into photography again after decades of no photography. Feel like I fell in a Worm Hole as a teenager and it dropped me 40 years into the future.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  2 года назад

      Good luck buddy it's a pretty rewarding hobby!

  • @MichaelGerrard
    @MichaelGerrard 4 года назад +1

    The E-M10 III competition is in fact the GX80, not the GX9. The GX80 is usually lower in price, also a 16 megapixel sensor, worth a look. The GX9 is a step up with a 20 megapixel sensor so it should be a little more expensive.

    • @stuartnelson3202
      @stuartnelson3202 4 года назад

      Agree. And I always thought the GX9 was more of a parallel to the EM5 series rather than the EM10 series.

  • @AdventureTravelandScuba
    @AdventureTravelandScuba 4 года назад +2

    I bought still G85 this year but I struggle with Autofocus when filming how to videos do You have a good recommendation how to make that focus better? without rerecord the take few times?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Yeah man that's one of the pitfalls of this system but for me I just flip it into manual focus- if I use a small aperture it's not a problem but if I use a big aperture I have to keep the same distance to the subject... if I'm using a manual focus lens then I rack focus manually

    • @AdventureTravelandScuba
      @AdventureTravelandScuba 4 года назад

      So what You are saying if you want to open wide bokeh focus you only then have the problem? are you using single points or 49 area with small aperture to focus? I have tried so many ways always struggling but still like the camera do. I also use Panasonic HH025 LUMIX G Lens, 25mm, F1.7 ASPH
      I like the lens but it makes it even harder to focus find the kit lens focuses slightly better.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Scuba Travel and Adventure no man I literally only use manual focus for all my videos. If I need to be in front of the camera I just use the Panasonic app, but if I'm behind the camera I just pull focus.. it's hard to get at first but eventually you just get used to it. To help me get initial focus I put the camera in manual focus, then I drag the focus square to my subject- the camera automatically focuses for me and if I need to make adjustments while recording I just use the focus ring on the lens...

  • @letni9506
    @letni9506 4 года назад

    I'm looking to upgrade from my fz330 to something that can take sharper photos of wildlife.
    The pics at 600mm are quite poor when blown up.
    So I was thinking a m43 with 300mm lens would be decent.
    It offers more zoom than a full frame right? I'm not up on m43 but is there a down side?
    Lens prices maybe?
    I thought about an A6000 but 300mm on a full frame just wouldn't get me close enough most of the time.
    Any advice for a noob would be welcome.

  • @acrummey85
    @acrummey85 4 года назад +1

    Thanks, great rundown of what is available.

  • @mrjoshi07
    @mrjoshi07 4 года назад +1

    Great review but please make videos on how we can shoot better videos with the G7. Haven't been able to get satisfying footage out of it yet! Also, let us know what lense to consider adding besides the kit lense.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Alright will try and do man! I got some videos lined up but will try to put this in the que!!

    • @mrjoshi07
      @mrjoshi07 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 That would be amazing.. Thanks Kim.

  • @scottmorgason
    @scottmorgason 4 года назад +1

    Have both the G9 and G85! The G9 is a beast and love! blessings

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Yeah I love the g85 and the G9 is such a beast for video now as well! Panasonic really stepped it up for the G9 through firmware

    • @TheDIYFilmmaker
      @TheDIYFilmmaker 4 года назад

      Hi, I have currently the G85, I use it for video. I am considering upgrading to G9 due to I.S. Lock feature. How heavier is the feeling when handling the G9 compared with the G85?

    • @TheDIYFilmmaker
      @TheDIYFilmmaker 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 Hi, I have currently the G85, I use it for video. I am considering upgrading to G9 due to I.S. Lock feature. How heavier is the feeling when handling the G9 compared with the G85?

  • @rubenremus5649
    @rubenremus5649 3 года назад

    Generally agree, but the best budget micro 4/3 camera to me is the GX-85. You can buy this camera with 2 lenses for $500.

  • @hudsonvalleywanderer11
    @hudsonvalleywanderer11 3 года назад

    I always tell people just to get the camera that's in their budget and feels the best in their hands.
    I find it interesting that Fuji has done so well. Imo they've nailed ergonomics and the fashionable design of their cameras. The entry level consumer loves a nice looking camera. Still wondering when the other manufacturers are going to start following their lead. And to add I shoot olympus, not fuji, so I'm not fan boying lol

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  3 года назад

      Yeah I tend to lean that way too, of course the best case would be for a beginners to also know which lenses they want in the future and buy into a system that has a good and affordable set of those lenses.. but how many beginners will know that haha.. also you got me, like why did Fuji nail video AF along with video quality? About the only thing I can complain about with Fuji cameras is the battery life!

  • @HappyHappyJoyJoyCebu
    @HappyHappyJoyJoyCebu 3 года назад +1

    Proud owner of a G85 here! Just wondering though, are you Filipino?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  3 года назад

      Hey yeah i am but I grew up overseas! Nice to see more Filipinos in this space!

  • @thechriswrobelexperience1809
    @thechriswrobelexperience1809 4 года назад +3

    Great video, I still love my em5 ii🙂

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      You know I’m a little confused about the em5iii it just seems like a downgrade from the em5ii! If people are looking for used cameras I still rate the em5ii up there for photos! Great build and feel!

  • @NomadSunBae
    @NomadSunBae 3 года назад

    Hi! Thanks for your video! Is the auto focus on the gx9 better than gx85?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  3 года назад

      Pretty much the same as far as I can tell man, maybe slightly better in video but I can't really tell!

  • @LegendaryLife
    @LegendaryLife 3 года назад

    If you are recording in AVC Codec at 28 MBPS for HD then its much better than a 100mbps 4K.

  • @johnvincentespiritu4768
    @johnvincentespiritu4768 4 года назад

    What do you think about the Gx9? I'm having struggle to buy the Gx9 or Gx85, since Gx85 has bigger pixels and I like to shoot in Lowlight, what about the Gx9? Will it be still worth it since it has many MP but smaller pixels? Or should I go for a Gx85 body since it's cheaper and I'll just buy a 12-60mm lens, I'm still having struggle haha Good Video tho! 👌

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Hey man yeah the pixels are smaller on the gx9 but the low light performance doesn’t really suffer! In my estimation both are good cameras, I actually own the gx9 and the main difference for me is that the jpeg color is nicer (this is subjective) straight out of camera. The gx85 is a great affordable option- also the gx9 view finder (which tilts up and down) seems useless to me and makes the camera feel less durable over the gx85.

    • @v3sti
      @v3sti 4 года назад

      The gx9 is the better buy, newer sensor same as g9, better colour science great controls and one of the best rear lcd screens. Check out hybrid shooter channel on gx9.

    • @valdiskrebs566
      @valdiskrebs566 4 года назад

      The GX9 has L Monochrome D and the GX85 does not - key film sim for B&W shooters.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Valdis Krebs that’s a good consideration I’ve tried both l monochrome and l monochrome d and it’s not punchy enough for me haha.. I mostly post process it myself

    • @johnvincentespiritu4768
      @johnvincentespiritu4768 4 года назад

      Well I just found out the gx85 body is 395 dollars here and the 12-60 lens is 200 dollars while the Gx9 with the kit is 650 dollars, Maybe I'll consider the Gx9 hahaha

  • @sambachtel
    @sambachtel 4 года назад

    Do you think the Lumix G85 would be able to take nice in focus photos of birds? It's another interest of mine besides videos.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Hey man yes sure! It has sensor stabilization so that helps a lot, but the main thing for birds and wildlife is having very long lenses! Getting one of those is the most important thing once you have a camera with in body stabilization!

    • @sambachtel
      @sambachtel 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 Thanks for the tip!

  • @simonc8265
    @simonc8265 4 года назад

    G9 all the way. Fun to use
    Feels great. Great menu and touch screen. Only thing, the gx8 flip viewfinder, but the viewfinder is plush.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Never noticed the view finder but man on man the handling of the G9 and the em 1 II or iii are the best I’ve ever seen imo!

  • @A1Bokeh
    @A1Bokeh 4 года назад

    Video quality is really good from what I've seen and heard its right on par with the gh5

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Compared to what camera?

    • @A1Bokeh
      @A1Bokeh 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 g9..my bad

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      A1Bokeh lol no problem I was just like whaaa haha! Yo I knew that the G9 had better video features than the em1iii but.. didn’t think it would be this different! Camera conspiracies just did a vid, check it out if you’re interested!

    • @A1Bokeh
      @A1Bokeh 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 ya I seen that man. I have a g9 that's the reason I dont really need a gh5 as a bcam I'm more looking at the gh5s and the blackmagic pocket 4k as a second camera

    • @Thegbiggamerz
      @Thegbiggamerz 3 года назад

      @@A1Bokeh did you decide? I'm not sure what advantages the GH5s has over the BlackMagic

  • @JimLeonard
    @JimLeonard 4 года назад +1

    Curious why GH5 over the GH5s for videomaking, as the GH5s was deliberately created for videomaking.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +3

      They’re different cameras but they’re actually both in the video!

    • @DangLeProject92
      @DangLeProject92 4 года назад

      Videographer mostly run & gun GH5 with ibis > gh5s
      Gh5s mostly for filmmaker

  • @rpakhil4651
    @rpakhil4651 4 года назад

    Hey is it okay to buy lumix g7 over canon m50 for making short films in 2020

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Hey man yeah i think the G7 still has better video quality than the canon at this point. However you should consider if you want to have good video af! For short films people typically don’t use video af, but for talking heads video af is more common... this is something to seriously consider. If you are ok without good video af, the lumix system offers good video quality and more importantly the most lens selection (and options to adapt) of any mirrorless system. If you prefer good af, go canon! Just keep in mind that in the future you might have to upgrade to a full frame mirrorless as it doesn’t seem as though canon is very heavily invested in their APSC mirrorless cameras.

  • @A1Bokeh
    @A1Bokeh 4 года назад

    What do you think of the pocket 4k

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Hey man super simple- Gh5 for run and gun, GH5s for filmmaking but versatility of a mirrorless body and function (you can use it as a photo camera on a day out), and pocket 4K for full time film making camera for narrative work. Best image quality here, with most options for color grade- think of it like a small RED camera- big file sizes, terrible battery life and you can’t do anything else but shoot films (actually you can take pics but who does that lol), but all worth it for the best image quality in its class

    • @A1Bokeh
      @A1Bokeh 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 ya I cant see many reasons to get a gh5s over the black magic besides maybe battery life but the money you save you can get all that easy

  • @CVCC
    @CVCC 4 года назад +2

    good review, I think you missed the EM 1 mark3

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Thanks man but for my categories I just couldn’t fit it in there! It doesn’t have the extra features of the em1x for the best photo camera (although it’s smaller and lighter), but it wasn’t good enough to dethrone the G9 as a hybrid camera becuase the G9 is almost at Gh5 levels of video! Doesn’t mean it’s not a good camera though and still to this day the em1 series is my fav camera to hold and overall handling!

  • @leosanalien9904
    @leosanalien9904 4 года назад +5

    Hey dude! How’s it going?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +2

      Oh you know dealing with this little thing called the corona virus not sure if you’ve heard of it yet haha!! I’m good man how are you?? Long time!

  • @jonathansmith5954
    @jonathansmith5954 4 года назад

    The best value at this time of writing is the Olympus omd em1 mark ii, Olympus online shop sell the camera for around £1100 and comes with a free Pro lens which they also sell for around £1100. I wonder if Olympus know something we don't? 🤔

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Honestly haven't made a video in a while but I've been keeping tabs... had a look at some Panasonic lenses yesterday and prices for brand new ones are.. down.. like really down ie the 12-35 2.8 II normally around $850 where I live is currently around $630 brand new... also saw the latest Panasonic S5... I don't want to be a downer but it seems like the system is winding down.. a free pro lens for Olympus also shows the same trend :(
      At this point not selling my gear yet, the l mount lenses are seriously expensive for equivalents but might be a good time to buy some lenses if you want to hunker down in m43 for the next couple of years!

  • @david15kramer
    @david15kramer 4 года назад

    Amazing video

  • @TVBlackStone
    @TVBlackStone 4 года назад

    wat about lumix g7 as abudget and lumix g9 as abest photos side?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Ahh man I mean if it's mostly for stills then a g7 for sure.. but if it's a hybrid camera or more for video, g85 man, ibis is such a game changer, every single camera needs this in 2020! Literally replaces 90% of what a gimbal can't do! As for the G9, I think it's the best photo and hybrid camera! Also one of the best handling and ergonomics from ANY camera manufacturer!

  • @jangarcia1338
    @jangarcia1338 4 года назад +2

    You forgot the new em1mkiii

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Didn’t fit in any of the categories man! G9 wins out on balance between photos and videos

    • @WOLFTICKVIDEOS
      @WOLFTICKVIDEOS 4 года назад

      Yeah I have to agree with Jan the em1mkiii might just be the new all around king. Better stabilization, better video af, but I hate Olympus menu's. Anyway just wanted to say new to your channel and got to go because I can't wait to watch more of your videos. Thank you for this one.

  • @seanmangan2769
    @seanmangan2769 3 года назад

    Just bought 3 more lenses for my G85!

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  3 года назад

      Sweet what did you get?

  • @Fmdk99
    @Fmdk99 4 года назад

    How about lumix gx85?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Hey man good question! Honestly it’s not a bad camera and you can get it in place of the em10iii, the reason I didn’t recommend it is just becuase it’s already around 2-3 years old but the same price as the Olympus... but functionally? Both are good cameras!

  • @KimCruz1
    @KimCruz1  4 года назад +4

    For anyone interested in a G9 vs Em1 iii comparison for video, camera conspiracies just made one. Note the difference in video features- the G9 is just a better overall camera, whereas the em1iii is in the same level for photos, or maybe even better than the G9: ruclips.net/video/J0OYAjPW8PI/видео.html

    • @zxcvdan
      @zxcvdan 4 года назад

      I don't quite understand Kim. G9 is a better overall, but em1iii maybe even better. So which one is better? Or do you mean em1 better in some aspect?

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Daniel W. Hey man my bad I just fixed it! Missing ‘for photos’

  • @jonathansmith5954
    @jonathansmith5954 4 года назад

    I bought the Lumix G9 body just before lock down in March £999.95 with free battery grip. Spare battery and 25mm lumix lens normal cost £500 pretty ridiculous price for that lot in my opinion

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад +1

      Super lucky on your part man before the lockout and with a free grip? To this day I still haven’t bought a Panasonic grip haha! I feel like when you pay more for a grip than a decent lens there’s something wrong lol

    • @jonathansmith5954
      @jonathansmith5954 4 года назад

      @@KimCruz1 thanks for the reply mate. To be honest on my morning shoots before work the battery grip stays at home only use I would have for it was for wedding shoots where it looks the business but I had all four cancelled due to the virus

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Jonathan Smith very sorry to hear about that man yeah the virus sucks it’s really affecting the way of life! Really hope a vaccine is developed soon

  • @grantmedical
    @grantmedical 4 года назад

    In my opinion the older Panasonic GX85 is a much better deal than the OM-D M10 MIII...

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Hey man thanks for that and actually you might be right about that- it certainly leads in video quality still! I was trying to restrict the options to newer cameras as much as possible but I think it can go either way

  • @SteveWB
    @SteveWB 4 года назад

    Gteat info thanks

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Thanks man glad you found it useful!

  • @logicmr.8351
    @logicmr.8351 4 года назад

    em10 mark iii is the last generation for olympus

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      Logic Mr. yeah let's see... it's not looking too good!

  • @glennsak
    @glennsak 4 года назад

    The OMD EM-10 Mk II is a much better camera with its metal construction, pro features and low price.

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  4 года назад

      In general Olympus build quality is excellent! Not sure about their new direction in making their non pro cameras plastic though but the em10ii is still great used!

  • @emiliomurillo20
    @emiliomurillo20 3 года назад

    a brand new gh4 for $680

    • @KimCruz1
      @KimCruz1  3 года назад

      It's crazy how cheap they are now! Def still worth a look these days