Used Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 Digital Camera Body Only, Black

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2013-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

New to photography/video

I picked this up because of all the good things I have heard about the GH2 for video. I am new to this and wanted something relatively cheap that could get me started. It has exceeded my expectations.

Brent L.

2012-04-24T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Best lightweight stills+video cam

This is my 2nd GH2, a backup body for failure-is-not-an-option gigs. There are better still cams; there are better video cams; but there are no better all-in-one stills+video cams. The GH2's video surpasses that of all other video-capable still cams to date (with the possible exception of the Nikon D800), and especially in good light its stills are superb. Its controls are somewhat fiddly and its back-panel buttons are too easily pressed when simply trying to grasp the camera; I sometimes find I've changed ISO, WB, or the display mode unintentionally just from picking up the camera. But the EVF is superb, and the flip-out, swing-around LCD makes odd-angle shots a piece of cake. High-ISO JPEGs (3200+) suffer slightly from over-aggressive NR, and the camera is a bit limited in dynamic range; highlights blow out a stop or two sooner than with my Canon 5D Mk II. Aside from that I can't find fault with the GH2's pictures. The 14-42mm is the nastiest lens I've ever handled: its grindy plastic-on-plastic zoom and focus rings just feel awful. Its pictures, though, are a lot better than the build quality would lead you to believe, and the lens is exceedingly light; it will probably become my standard walkaround lens when I feel that the 14-140mm would be too heavy or bulky. Fast glass is a bit hard to come by; there are no f/2.8 or faster zooms for MFT cams at this time (April 2012). There are however some reasonably fast primes. I covered NAB this year using the Nokton 25mm f/0.95 and the Olympus 12mm f/2 and 45mm f/1.8; along with the GH2 body, they weighed less and took up less space than my 5D Mk II with a single zoom... and when one is walking continuously for four days straight while carrying gear, that makes a difference. If it sounds like I'm complaining, I'm not, really; I just felt it was more useful to list those few limitations I've run across when using this otherwise-capable camera. I use my Canon 5D Mk II for studio stills and for location work when low-light image quality is paramount. For everything else, I use the GH2.

Adam W.

2012-04-23T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Love it....so far

I am still learning to use it but love it....so far.

davinsgram

2011-09-05T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Love working with this camera.

Really like this camera, only have two things missing and they are minor. I have the GH1 and the GH2. I use them for Video. I had expected them to use the same G series batteries... note, the GH2 uses a whole new battery. The other draw back is that this camera did not come with a ac adapter like the GH1 did, so you will need to get that if you want to be able to run for long periods battery free.

FMCUSA

2011-09-03T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Little Camera

Excellent video capability with great stabilization so can hand hold. Overly complex menu, small body means my big hands push buttons accidentally and can't figure out what I did. But over all it is a great camera. Ideal to go on nature works so that you can photograph unobtrusively. If I really want to get wildlife photos, I use a Canon Mark IV. :)

CHRISTIE C.

2011-05-26T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Incredible

I was lucky enough to purchase one of these just after Christmas and only a week before going to Nicaragua for 3 months. The camera is incredible and was exactly what I was looking for- something that could easily take great stills and at the same time function as a powerful but compact camera for filming amateur documentary work. I purchased this along with the Panasonic external microphone and could all this gear and a computer in a normal backpack. Not only is the camera light and compact but it takes amazing video with excellent audio in a package that is the ultimate for shooting discreet documentary footage. I have previous experience with more complex shoulder mounted cameras. The Gh2 is far simpler and yet has plenty of depth for those who want something more substantial. Incredible and I look forward to seeing more like this from Panasonic.

Nica

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Panasonic DMC-GH2 Specifications

  • Resolution

    16.05 megapixels

  • Sensor

    17.3 x 13.0mm Live MOS sensor

  • File Formats

    Still Image: JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.3), RAW, DPOF compatible MPO (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds System standard)
    Motion Image: AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG

  • File Size 1

    [4:3] 4,608 x 3,456 (L), 3,264 x 2,448 (M), 2,336 x 1,752 (S), 1,920 x 1,440 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds System standard)
    [3:2] 4,752 x 3,168 (L), 3,360 x 2,240 (M), 2,400 x 1,600 (S), 1,920 x 1,280 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds System standard)
    [16:9] 4,976 x 2,800 (L), 3,520 x 1,980 (M), 1,920 x 1,080 (S), 1,920 x 1,080 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds System standard)

  • File Size 2

    [1:1] 3,456 x 3,456 (L), 2,448 x 2,448 (M), 1,744 x 1,744 (S), 1,792 x 1,792 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds System standard)

  • Motion Image

    [4:3] VGA: 640 x 480, 30 fps / QVGA: 320 x 240, 30 fps
    [16:9] WVGA: 848 x 480, 30 fps
    [HD] 1,280 x 720, 30 fps

  • Color Spaces

    sRGB, Adobe RGB

  • Creative Color Modes

    (Still Image & Movie) Expressive / Retro / Pure / Elegant / Monochrome / Dynamic Art / Silhouette / Custom (Color / Brightness / Saturation adjustable)

  • Film Modes

    Color: Standard / Dynamic / Smooth / Nature / Nostalgic / Vibrant
    Black and White: Standard / Dynamic / Smooth
    Others: My Film 1 / My Film 2 / Multi Film / Cinema

  • Image Stabilization

    Mega O.I.S. in compatible lenses

  • Lens

    Not included in this body only version

  • Zoom

    3x 28-84mm (35mm equivalent)

  • Lens Mount

    Micro Four Thirds mount

  • Focus Type

    Contrast AF system

  • Focus Range

    1' (0.3 m) to infinity

  • Sensitivity

    Auto / Intelligent ISO / 160 / 200 / 250 / 320 / 400 / 500 / 640 / 800 / 1000 / 1250 / 1600 / 2000 / 2500 / 3200 / 4000 / 5000 / 6400 / 8000 / 10000 / 12800

  • Shutter Speeds

    1/4,000 - 60 and Bulb (up to approx. 2 minutes)

  • Metering

    144-zone multi-pattern sensing system

  • Exposure Modes

    Program AE / Aperture Priority AE / Shutter Priority AE / Manual / Auto

  • White Balance

    Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Color temperature setting 2,500 K - 10,000 K in 100 K, with Blue/amber bias, Magenta/green bias adjustment and white balance bracket--3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis

  • Burst Capability

    SH: 40 frames/sec (4M), H: 5 frames/sec, M: 3 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View) 7 recordable images (when there are RAW files with the particular speed) and unlimited consecutive shooting (when there are no RAW files) (depending on memory card size, battery power, picture size and compression)

  • Self Timer

    10 sec, 3 images / 2 sec / 10 sec

  • Remote Control

    Remote control with bulb function by DMW-RSL1 (Optional)

  • Built-in Flash

    Yes

  • External Flash Connection

    Hot-shoe: TTL Auto with FL220 / FL360 / FL500 (Optional)

  • Dedicated Flash System

    TTL Auto with FL220 / FL360 / FL500 (Optional)

  • Max Sync Speed

    Less than 1/160 second

  • Memory Card Type

    SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card

  • Recording Formats

    AVCHD / QuickTime Motion JPEG

  • Video Recording

    Yes

  • Video Resolution 1

    Motion JPEG: [4:3] VGA: 640 x 480, 30 fps / QVGA: 320 x 240, 30 fps, [16:9] WVGA: 848 x 480, 30 fps, [HD] 1,280 x 720, 30 fps
    NTSC: [Full HD] 1,920 x 1,080, 24p (24H: 24Mbps, 24L: 17Mbps), [Full HD] 1,920 x 1,080, 60i (sensor output is 60p) (FSH: 17 Mbps, FH: 13 Mbps), [HD] 1,280 x 720, 60p (sensor output is 60p) (SH: 17 Mbps, H: 13 Mbps)

  • Video Resolution 2

    PAL: [Full HD] 1,920 x 1,080, 24p (24H: 24 Mbps, 24L: 17Mbps), [Full HD] 1,920 x 1,080, 50i (sensor output is 50p) (FSH: 17 Mbps, FH: 13 Mbps), [HD] 1,280 x 720, 50p (sensor output is 50p) (SH: 17 Mbps, H: 13 Mbps)

  • Video Clip Length

    AVCHD with picture quality set to [FSH]: Approx. 70 min with H-FS014042 / Approx. 65 min with H-VS014140Motion JPEG with picture quality set to [HD]: Approx. 75 min with H-FS014042 / Approx. 70 min with H-VS014140

  • Viewfinder Type

    Live View Finder (1,533,600 dots equivalent)

  • Viewfinder Coverage

    Approx. 100%

  • Display

    3" TFT LCD with Touch panel with 460,000 dots

  • Live View

    Yes

  • Connectivity

    USB 2.0 High Speed, AV output, mini HDMI TypeC, 2.5 mm, stereo mini jack stereo mic input

  • Operating/Storage Temperature

    32 deg.F to 104 deg.F (0 deg.C to 40 deg.C)

  • Battery Type

    ID-Security Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1,200mAh) (Included)Battery Charger

  • Dimensions

    Camera body: 4.88 x 3.53 x 2.98" (12.4 x 8.96 x 7.58 cm)
    Lens: 2.5 x 2.39 x 2.39" (6.36 x 6.06 x 6.06 cm)

  • Weight

    Camera Body only: 13.82 oz (392 g)

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About Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 Digital Camera Body Only, Black

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Incredible

By Nica

I was lucky enough to purchase one of these just after Christmas and only a week before going to Nicaragua for 3 months. The camera is incredible and was exactly what I was looking for- something that could easily take great stills and at the same time function as a powerful but compact camera for filming amateur documentary work. I purchased this along with the Panasonic external microphone and could all this gear and a computer in a normal backpack. Not only is the camera light and compa...

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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 Digital Camera has a large 17.3 x 13.0mm Live MOS sensor that records 16.05MP of high resolution goodness, (lens not included in this version) 1920 x 1080 60i HD Video with Dolby stereo sound, a multi-function Touch Screen for control of both stills and video and extremely fast auto focus in a camera 1/3 smaller (4.88 x 3.53 x 2.98"/12.4 x 8.96 x 7.58 cm) and lighter (13.82 oz/392 g) than most DSLRs.

It has MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) to eliminate blurry photos from low shutter speeds/shaky hands, a 3" free-angle LCD with 460,000 dots, high sensitivity up to ISO 12800 and an advanced dust reduction system to protect image quality. RAW capability in still images gives you ultimate control for the best pictures possible.

There's a lot more, of course. Like 3D shooting capability with the Lumix G 12.4mm/F12 interchangeable lens, a built-in flash with 1st and 2nd curtain sync and iA (Intelligent Auto) mode that makes all settings automatically to give you optimal results without worrying about shutter speeds or exposure. Both stills and video can be customized with Scene and Color modes for a vast range of creative options.

A Cinema mode allows you to shoot 1080/24p video with 24Mbps, a Variable Movie mode lets you choose the frame rate, from 80% to 300%, there are a variety of color modes (including 3 different black and white settings) and, you can even shoot a high resolution 14MP photo at the touch of the shutter button, while recording video! A wide range of optional accessories such as an external stereo microphone, a zoom lever for smoother zooms in video recording, external flash, HDMI cable, etc. might make the DMC-GH2 just right for you.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 Digital Camera Body Only, Black Features

  • Fastest Level of Light Speed AF: It features the world's fastest level Light Speed AF of approx. 0.1 second which is achieved by reducing the detection time for focusing by doubling the drive speed from 60 frames per second to 120 frames per second
  • 16.05MP Live MOS Sensor: Panasonic also refined its comprehensive digital imaging technologies for every camera of LUMIX G Micro System to raise the level of image quality that rivals or even surpasses D-SLR cameras
  • High Sensitivity Shooting Up to ISO 12800: The key components, including the Live MOS sensor and image-processing Venus Engine FHD, have been totally refined to raise camera performance and render stunning images with high resolution, beautiful gradation and high sensitivity
  • High Speed Consecutive Shooting: The newly developed Live MOS sensor helps to realize the high speed burst shooting at 5 frames per second in full 16.05-megapixel resolution with mechanical shutter and 3 frames per second even when using the Full-time Live View
  • Venus Engine HD: By separating chromatic noise from luminance noise even more accurately by applying the optimal noise reduction to each, you can capture clear and beautiful images even when shooting at high ISO sensitivity levels
  • Extended Battery Life: The energy-saving Venus Engine FHD and the genuine rechargeable lithium-ion battery work together to extend the shooting time of the DMC-GH2
  • 1920x1080 60i (NTSC)/50i 9PAL) Full HD Movies in AVCHD Format: There are always two options to record spur-of-the-moment scenes - high-quality photos or movies. You can simply choose the one that saves precious memories most beautifully with the DMC-GH2
  • Still Image Recording in Movie Recording W/14MP High Resolution: While shooting an HD movie, simply press the shutter button and the camera will shoot a photo with 14-megapixel high resolution as it continues to record your movie
  • Variable Movie Mode: The image recording is more flexible fun with the DMC-GH2. It is possible to choose the suitable frame rate of the movie among 80%, 160%, 200% and 300% according to the recorded content with the new Variable Movie Mode
  • Touch AF in Movie Recording: The Touch AF in movie recording also lets you enjoy professional-like rack focusing. Just by pointing the subject, the focus is shifted to it and let it stand out to attract attention
  • Use Manual/My Color/Film Modes: You can use the My Color Mode and Film Mode for shooting movies. They render highly unique expressions by matching the colors to your subject and surroundings
  • Extra Tele Conversion Function
  • High Quality Sound: A stereo microphone, featuring Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, on the upper body records dynamic, true-to-life stereo audio that brings out the power of your HD movies
  • Lens not included in this "body only" version
  • iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode for Movie: Even video beginners can record excellent movies with the DMC-GH2 because the iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode is also available for movie recording
  • Interchangeable Lenses: The main appeal of an interchangeable lens system camera is the ability to express a wider range of motion by changing the lens.
  • Advanced Output and Editing Features: The DMC-GH2 is newly capable of image output via an optional mini HDMI cable to the external monitor, which is suitable for the professional image recording that requires serious confirmation of the images
  • Intuitive Touch Control/Double Live View: Touch-screen operation raises operating ease to an intuitive level. It includes Touch Shutter for shooting, Touch AF for focusing - even when shooting movies - and Touch-scroll Playback for instant image retrieval
  • 3" Free-Angle LCD W/High 460,000 Resolution: The DMC-GH2 has a 3.0-inch 3:2 460,000-dot free-angle LCD that rotates 180 deg. to the side and tilts 270 deg. up and down and gives you approx. 100% field of view
  • 1.5 Million Dot Multi Aspect Wide Screen Live View Finder (LVF): The LUMIX G Micro System's large, bright 1,440,000-dot equivalent LVF retains outstanding viewability of an optical viewfinder and also display information about settings that you can see without taking his or her eyes off the subject
  • Body and GUI Design: Meticulous attention was paid to operating ease when designing the DMC-GH2. The body design allows you to freely customize their settings, using 3 new Function buttons and 3 Custom Modes
  • Dust Reduction System: If dust or other foreign matter gets inside the camera when you're changing lenses, it could cling to the image sensor and show up as a spot in your images
  • Small and Light System Camera: The DMC-G1, which is based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard, revolutionized the world of interchangeable lens system cameras in September 2008 as the world's first mirrorless system camera
  • Freer Expression for Still and Motion Images: With the world's first introduction of digital interchangeable lens to make 3D shooting possible with an interchangeable lens system camera, Panasonic proposes to enjoy high-quality shooting in 3D with the DMC-GH2
  • Expansive Customizing Possibilities: My Color Mode includes 8 different approaches to the color in your images and the Film Mode gives you even more options for shooting HD video