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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Pro Reviews

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www.whatdigitalcamera.com‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The GH1 is an exceptional camera, but more than anything it is an exceptional video camera. In terms of still imaging it has some improvements on the previous G1 model, though these are not significant enough on their own to justify the huge price difference. The GH1 does come with an impressive lens, which does come some way to explain the price increase, and this is a great addition for both still and for video use. As this review was going to press, Panasonic announced an update to the GH1 and the 14-140mm lens, which is expected to give improvements to the camera's burst rate, video stabilising and other performance issues. If this is the case it may answer the minor gripes we have - all apart from the price - making this an even better proposition.

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Jun 29, 2009

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expertreviews‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Sublime ergonomics, superb photo quality and peerless videos - the price may be hard to stomach but it's easy to justify.

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Jul 10, 2009

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PC Advisor‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 is easy to use, and you get the hang of it quickly. It feels a little bulky and cumbersome considering it's using technology that's designed to enable smaller cameras to be built. However, if you're used to a digital SLR then this should be of no consequence. It will take super-crisp photos with vibrant colours and its video mode is very useful. Consider this camera if you're just getting serious about photography and don't want a huge digital SLR. It will supply you with a vast array of features and the ability to change lenses, and it will allow you to shoot HD video.

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Aug 06, 2009

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PC Magazine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

You can find less-expensive D-SLRs that take better photos in any lighting condition, but the Panasonic DMC-GH1 is the only one that both is easy to use and offers a full-featured HD camcorder.

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May 27, 2009

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ephotozine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

I really liked the G1 when it came out and the GH1 hasn't failed to impress me either. The advance in video technolgy has made me consider whether to use this type of thing more often. I think if I had the GH1 I would do and I certainly think this is an exciting turn of events.

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May 22, 2009

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TechRadar UK‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Panasonic's latest camera looks and feels like a mini-DSLR and offers the advantage of interchangeable lenses, but there's no lip-up mirror to drive an optical viewfinder. It has great picture performance, HD video nad takes useful SLR features, but costs as much as a regular DSLR.

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Aug 13, 2009

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Shutterbug‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Panasonic has brought out a solid upgrade in the Micro Four Thirds category. The smaller size and lighter weight will appeal to many people, and if you’re interested in shooting video with a still camera, it’s hard to beat the GH1. The overall image quality is on par with the Nikon D5000 and the Canon Rebel series. Shooting at ISO speeds up to 800 is extremely clean, and ISO 1600 is a usable setting on the GH1. The included 14-140mm kit lens is very well made, and offers a 10x optical zoom. Some people will have a difficult time justifying the price tag of the GH1 though.

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Jan, 2010

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Camera Labs‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-GH1 is the most complete and well-rounded hybrid camera we’ve tested. Both the stills and movie capabilities are very well thought-out and implemented, with few compromises to mention. Considering this is only the second Micro Four Thirds camera on the market (and so closely based on the first), it’s an extremely impressive start for the youthful standard.

8.5 Rated at:

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Jul, 2009

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Register Hardware‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Light-weight and compact it performs well in tight spots and takes good looking footage, if you can work with the codecs. Currently, it could do with more lenses, but others are bound to come.

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Nov 27, 2009

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PC World‘s review Edit Like Unlike

If shooting HD video is a priority, the beginner-friendly GH1 is a great option. But it's pricey, and it's not quite a DSLR.

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Aug 26, 2009

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Pocket-lint‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Ultimately though, the biggest hurdle for the GH1 is its cost. Although the asking price of nearly £1300 includes that very decent spec lens, that’s still quite a big ask of the "advanced amateur". Its manufacturer might argue that the set-up will be all most will ever need, yet if you don’t need video or the longer lens, the G1 predecessor now looks considerably better value.

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Aug 04, 2009

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Steve's Digicams‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Lumix DMC-GH1 builds off the DMC-G1 with a few new and improved features (HD video and new lens), however is quite a bit more expensive.

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Nov 02, 2009

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LetsGoDigital‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 is the first system camera that allows for capturing high-quality HD videos and photos. The Micro Four Thirds system that the Panasonic DMC-GH1 belongs to, has expanded and leads the way when it comes to compact dimensions and integration of all-round HD video functionality.

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www.trustedreviews.com‘s review Edit Like Unlike

There's no doubt at all that the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 is a very nice camera. Build quality is excellent, and the camera body and control layout are very well designed. Performance is first rate, image quality in both still and video modes is certainly acceptable, and the extensive list of features and options give it a lot of creative potential. The only question is whether you want to pay such a high price for it.

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Oct 17, 2009

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DigitalCameraReview‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The $1500 GH1 is a near perfect choice for shooters graduating from a prosumer/long zoom digicam to their first dSLR. For more serious photographers who eschew video in favor of still photography, the GH1 might not be their best option.

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Sep 21, 2009

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PhotographyBLOG‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 is the best attempt yet at implementing video recording on a DSLR-like camera. The combination of high price, compulsory kit lens and so-so image quality in low-light conditions won't make it suitable for everyone though.

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Jun 10, 2009

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The Imaging Resource‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Panasonic's approach to the interchangeable-lens digital camera, the G-series, includes no mirrors or pentaprisms to weigh the system down, making the goal of simple live view easier to realize. All that was missing from the Panasonic G1 was video capability, a problem solved in the GH1.

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Jun 09, 2009

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Camera Labs‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-GH1 is the most complete and well-rounded hybrid camera we’ve tested. Both the stills and movie capabilities are very well thought-out and implemented, with few compromises to mention. Considering this is only the second Micro Four Thirds camera on the market (and so closely based on the first), it’s an extremely impressive start for the youthful standard.

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Jul, 2009

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CNET Reviews‘s review Edit Like Unlike

If you're willing to pay a premium to be on the cutting edge of digital photography and video, and as long as you don't shoot sports or in dark venues, then you'll likely love the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. But if you're simply attracted by the not-to-be-underestimated flexibility of interchangeable lenses with autofocus and depth-of-field control for video, wait for the price to fall a few hundred bucks.

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May 15, 2009

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DP Review‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The GH1 offers the same ease-of-use and solid image quality as its sister model G1. On top top of that you get the best implementation of a HD video mode that we have yet seen on a large sensor camera. You pay a fairly hefty premium for this feature, but for anyone who is planning to make good use of the camera's motion picture capabilities, the GH1 has to be highly recommended.

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Jul 15, 2009

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