Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 16 MP Digital Mirrorless Camera, Black, Lumix G Vario 14-42mm/F3.5-5.6 Lens - Bundle - with LUMIX G Vario 45-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Lens, Black & Panasonic Class 10 16GB SDHC Memory Card

2013-03-06T19:00:00

I upgraded to this camera from one of the first entrants in the m 4/3 category. After debating between this and a model from 'the other brand', I chose the Panasonic because it just felt right- the ergonomics in hand are wonderful. The fully articulating screen is bright and clear. It is, however, a bit less responsive than most will be used to due to the use of a resistive touch panel instead of capacitive. I have not shot much with it yet, but the few images and video that I have taken were superb. We're getting closer all the time to a compact body that can get close to APS-C quality images. This body may be considered 'chunky' by some, but for those with bigger hands/longer fingers, it's a godsend. Many of the smaller rangefinder styles now feel too cramped for me. I've seen a lot of reference to subpar battery life, and I'm not sure whether that is the case yet or not, but there's always the option to pick up a spare battery! The benefits of having a slightly larger body are: more thoughtful button layout, and a built in pop up flash and EVF, things you typically pay to add on in a smaller body. In the end, it's not quite pocketable, but I will be keeping it on a sling / in a sling bag anyway. Very excited to see what I can do with this.

TODD G.