Panasonic has released their new micro four-thirds camera called the DMC-GX80. This adds to the Panasonic’s line of micro four-thirds. This camera has multiple sets of feature that makes it stand out from others. Notably, the 4k video stabilization during recording. The design stays true to the camera system, which are compactness and portability.
Below are the specification list.
16 million pixels sensor
No low-pass filter
Ultrasonic Dust Reduction
5-axis camera shake corrections
Video is 4K / 30p . Full HD / 60p
EVF is 2.76 million dots. Magnification 1.39x
AF the contrast AF. DFD technology adoption
1728 zone multi-pattern metering
ISO200-25600
Shutter speed is 60 seconds -1/4000 seconds. Electronic shutter 1 sec -1/16000 seconds
LCD monitor three inches 1.04 million dots. Tilting. Touch panel
Continuous (mechanical shutter): 8 frames / sec in the AFS, 6 frames / second in the AFC
Continuous (electronic shutter): AFS at 10 frames / second, 6 frames second in the AFC
4K Photo mode, 4K burst, 4K pre-burst
Built-in flash. Guide number 4.2 (ISO100)
USB terminal. HDMI terminal (type D).
As you can tell from the list, it is a formidable camera that can a lot of features going for it. Since it has a great formal in 4k video recording, mic input is missing in the body itself. Nonetheless, this is a great camera for those who are looking into micro four-thirds camera or upgrading their current system.
This camera looks great physically and specifications. I hate that fact that it is missing a mic input due to its great 4k stabilize recording. I have a Panasonic GX1 right now an I am looking for an upgrade. too bag this may not be the upgrade I am looking for.