This morning, Panasonic introduced the launch of the Lumix G9II digital mirrorless digital camera with a brand new 25.2MP Dwell MOS sensor, Part Detection autofocus, and a Micro 4-Thirds lens mount. We have been fortunate to get hands-on with the massively up to date G9II; I have to let you know, it is spectacular.
The Lumix G9II comes with the identical vastly improved Part Detection Autofocus discovered within the just lately launched S5II and S5II X Lumix cameras. Nonetheless, the G9 is targeted extra on images, whereas the S sequence cameras lean heavier into video. Once I say photo-centric, I imply it, with burst capturing at as much as 60 fps in AFC mode.
Nonetheless, the Lumix G9 II would not skimp on video capabilities as it will possibly movie as much as 4:2:0 10-bit 5.8K (4:3) full sensor recordings and 5.7K in 17:9, which permits for some versatile framing choices. Let’s take a deeper look.
Panasonic Lumix G9II specs
25.2-megapixel Dwell MOS Sensor
Micro 4 Thirds Lens mount
Twin SD card slots
8-stop B.I.S. (Physique Picture Stabilizer)
7.5-stop 5-axis Twin I.S. 2 (built-in picture stabilization)
Burst capturing at 60 fps in AFC mode
13+ cease V-Log/V-Gamut, Dynamic Vary Enhance
Actual-Time Lut coloration expression through LUT recordsdata
4:2:0 10-bit 5.8K (4:3) full sensor recording/ 5.7K (17:9)
4:2:0 10 bit C4K/4K 120p/100p allows slow-motion movies
Apple ProRes video
Recording and playback are supported utilizing an exterior SSD through USB
Lively I.S. Expertise corrects shake when capturing on the transfer
Newly added enhanced LEICA Monochrome
Hand-held 100-megapixel Excessive-Decision mode
Arms on with Lumix G9II
I’ve had the Panasonic Lumix G9 II in hand for a couple of days and have been very impressed with it. The Part Detection Autofocus is quick and correct, and even when I’m capturing in AFC burst mode, I get crisp, clear photos and sustain with the motion.
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When Panasonic designed the G9II, they centered extra on novice and professional photographers with out skimping on video functionality. In contrast to the GH6, S5II, and S5II X, there isn’t a cooling system, so you may shoot video in most climates for about half-hour earlier than the digital camera wants a fast settle down, and I imply fast, perhaps a minute to start out retaking pictures and three minutes to start out filming video once more. Additionally, in the event you’ve labored on a video shoot or movie set, you hardly ever shoot for half-hour straight.
The Actual-Time lut perform has been a brand new pal that I’m beginning to toy with and is an effective one to make use of. I like the Leica Monochrome possibility, and it has been a blast to shoot in and revel in deep black with fine-tuned distinction. I have to add that the brand new engine achieves very pure three-dimensional textured photos which are very lifelike.
The burst capturing capabilities of the Lumix G9II are out of this world, and the AI-powered recognition know-how is spot on, because it acknowledges people, animals’ eyes, and automobiles with precision, guaranteeing clear, crisp pictures when utilizing autofocus.
General, the G9II will remind you of the S5II, and it is mainly the identical physique minus the cooling ports. Which implies it is attractive, sturdy, dustproof, and in a position to deal with the weather. The grip is ideal, because the G9II feels incredible within the hand, and the burden may be very effectively distributed. I additionally love the 3-inch articulating flip-out contact show.
I’ll have a full evaluate of the Panasonic Lumix G9II within the upcoming weeks.
