Olympus OM-D EM1 Mark II vs Panasonic GH5

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 8, 2017


Imaging Resource and DPReview have updated their comparison tools to include the Panasonic GH5 and Olympus OM-D EM1 Mark II. The Olympus seems to be a hair ahead of the GH5 in ISO performance, but you can check out the tool yourself. The Image Resource Comparometer can be found here and the DPReview studio scene can be found here.

Panasonic GH5 B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Amazon / B&H Photo / Adorama

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Fstoppers Panasonic GH5 Review and More

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 6, 2017

Fstoppers completed their review light for the time being and have decided to go with Panasonic GH5s over Sony a7s cameras for their views. Below there is a more technical GH5 review by a photographer broken up into two parts along with a 8-bit vs 10-bit  comparison video.

Panasonic GH5 B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Photographers Perspective

8-bit vs 10-bit

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Kai Reviews The Panasonic GH5

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 6, 2017

Kai reviews the Panasonic GH5 and seems pretty impressed, but is looking forward to the firmware update that’s coming. Not an overly informative video, but typical Kai. Below several tests and demos of what the Panasonic GH5 can do recreating famous scenes and shooting in slow motion.

Panasonic GH5 B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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SLR Magic 8mm f/4 Now Available

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 5, 2017

SLR Magic 8mm f/4 lens: SLR Magic expands its micro four thirds lineup with new ultra wide angle lens
Hong Kong, China (Feburary 25, 2017) – SLR Magic expands the micro four thirds lens lineup with the new SLR Magic 8mm F4 ultra wide angle lens. The product will be officially introduced during upcoming BVE 2017 fair in Excel London.

The field of view corresponds to a 16mm lens in 35mm format and this fast wide angle of view opens up many new creative composition opportunities, particularly in the fields of interior, architectural and landscape cinematography and photography. Additionally, light weight and compact size of the SLR Magic 8mm F4 ideal for aerial photography as well as multi-camera setup 360 VR.

We place our highest priority in the development on our lenses to fulfill the demands of professional cinematographers and photographers. The design and build of the SLR Magic 8mm F4 is solid and reliable.

The SLR Magic 8mm F4 (MSRP: $349 US) will be available from authorized SLR Magic dealers starting March 2017.

The SLR Magic 8mm F4 will be first presented at the BVE 2017 show. The SLR Magic stand would be in (S1-8 G30 Holdan Ltd.) during the BVE show which are to be held in Excel London from Feburary 28th to March 2nd 2017.

https://vimeo.com/205525395

Available Via: B&H Photo

Technical Data:

  • SLR Magic 8mm F4
  • Lens Type: Ultra wide-angle lens
  • Compatible Cameras: All micro four thirds mount cameras
  • Optical Design: 9 elements in 8 groups
  • Distance range: 0.10m to ∞
  • Aperture: Manually controlled diaphragm, 7 aperture blades , Lowest value 16
  • Angle of view: 140 degrees
  • Bayonet: micro four thirds
  • Filter Mount: Internal thread for 43mm filters; filter mount rotates while focusing. Filter adapter (included) for 52mm filters
  • Surface Finish: Black anodized
  • Dimensions – Length to bayonet mount: approx. 41.4mm (approx. 1.63in)
  • Largest diameter: approx. 46.1mm (approx. 1.81in)
  • Weight: approx. 110g (approx. 3.9oz)

Via Photorumors

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BlackMagic Camera and DaVinci Resolve Press Conference

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 3, 2017

https://youtu.be/XXAVGEiSA_c

No new products announced, but relevant to BlackMagic fans that use DaVinci Resolve.

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