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Thpriest

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  1. Let me know what you are selling! I might be interested!
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    Panasonic GH6

    Not sure but that's why I sold all my m43 gear when the S5 came out. There's not much I miss about m43 as the Panasonic FF image is lovely but I did enjoy the GH5 for a number of years. They are still good cameras but there are so many options now in the same price range.
  3. Best value is probably the S5. You might even find one of Panasonic’s when it comes with a couple of lenses and cash back. Weak points are video AF and EVF
  4. As an S1 and S5 owner it'd be very interesting to hear your opinion of the differences between the S1 and A7Siii and if you could only have one which would it be. I love the look and the S1's images, the ibis is great, the ergonomics are great but as we all know the AF isn't (and my eyes are getting older). I wonder if the AF benefits of the A/Sii are really worth it as how it deals with other stuff, iso, colours, ibis, 180 degrees, etc seem a bit of a hassle compared to the simplicity of use of the S1 but I'm not sure if that's the case!
  5. The 150mbit from the S1 is more than enough for my general needs. I try to get everything right in camera and the S1 is great for that. The 10bit gives enough room to deal with exposure with Madrid’s really bright sky. Although I think Prores and Prores LT would be a nice option for quick turn around stuff.
  6. You forgot the S5 which is a better all rounder and cheaper than most of the above.
  7. I have recently seen many wedding videos with "normal" music. When I say normal I mean music that hasn't been bought from places like Musicbed etc See the example below. If you click on the license below the video it shows who owns the song.: My question, how does that work? Do I need a special Youtube account? Do they pay for this music? How can I do the same? Thanks!
  8. The S5 and S1 are fantastic for everything other than AF compared to Canon and Sony. So it depends on your priorities.
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    Fuji X-H2S

    I know you shoot both video and photo so your needs are very specific but when I shoot wedding videos (solo) I have 2 approaches. 1. Zoom. In my case the S1 with the 24-105. it gets everything done apart from real low light. I have a couple of 1.8 primes to deal with that. Still means changing lenses 2. Film everything on 1 prime. I have done this a few times with a 35 and have really enjoyed the experience and result. It means moving around a bit more but with lighter gear and makes you think your shots more. Maybe not for every wedding but when it works it’s very liberating.
  10. I love my Panasonics but I’m on a shoot now where Sony AF would really help. I hope this camera makes then release a S5h/mk2 with stellar AF and no crop in 4K 50p. As far as I’m concerned they have until spring to convince me to stick with them. Otherwise I’d probably sell the lot and get the FX30 x2 and a A7C for photos.
  11. I’m very sorry for you and your family. I lost my mother to cancer when I was 13. The word “cancer” chills me to the bone. All I can say is cherish every last moment, hug, touch, laugh and cry. It seems impossible but life must go on.
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    Panasonic GH6

    If it was a British camera it wouldn't work after 2 years and it'd cost you a lot of money. They'd release a new version which was exactly the same as the old one but with a different name, it'd still cost you a lot of money and wouldn't work. They'd repeat the trick a few times till the last one went totally bonkers and blew up in your face. You'd then have no money left to buy a different brand as your "British camera and money" were deemed worthless.🇬🇧 🤡💩💥 I'm glad we've left it to the Japanese to get on with the camera business.
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    Panasonic GH6

    I think Panasonic offers the best value and an incredible image. I had the GH5 and GH5S for years. The 10-25 f1.7 was a fantastic lens. I have a S1 and S5 now and the only thing I miss is no crop in 4K 50p. The problem with Panasonic AF is reliability. If I could control when it is going to hunt or wobble it’s be ok but sometimes it just seems to forget that it has to have something in focus in AFC! But I still am sticking with them as everything else is great.
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    Panasonic GH6

    Maybe so but it’s a balancing act. Panasonic did well with their L mount lens road map. We could see the cameras were going to be supported by a great range of lenses. Whilst the AF in the m4/3 line has improved a bit it’s not enough. Panasonic needs to show us they are going to get it right in the next generation S line cameras. I know so many freelancers like me that rely on AF on a second camera in an interview. My Panasonics have never managed to pull that off without some kind of focus hunting or wobble going on at times. If I new they were going to resolve that I’d be investing in more of their lenses now.
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    Panasonic GH6

    Totally agree. I know the last 3 years have been difficult but if there was a clear road map from Panasonic it would make it a lot easier not to be tempted by other brands. For me there are only a hand full of things they need to improve. AF in video must be at Sony/Canon/Olympus level, no 40K 50p crop (it's beginning to get on my tits), no more subpar EVFs (S5) and better integration of Sigma lenses (video AF, linear focus etc). I'd really like to know if they are going to address these issues.
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    Panasonic GH6

    After reading your comments on the Fuji XH2S thread I guess the 4K 50p crop annoys you as well! Let me know when you sell your Lumix gear because I might be interested in some of it.
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    Panasonic GH6

    Ok, I'm interested to know your motives and next move! I'm thinking of holding on until the rumoured S5H is released to see how the AF is (I know, I know 🤪). But I was at a wedding where someone was using a Canon R6 and seeing the continuous AF working was eye opening. They were taking photos but they showed me how it worked in video. He said he hadn't missed a photo in the whole wedding and it's more or less the same with video. He said now he really only has to worry about exposure and composition most of the time, which on a long job like a wedding, would make life a lot easier. So I guess AF will be one of your reasons!
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    Panasonic GH6

    Are you moving on from the S series Panasonics? What to? What made you want to change?
  19. I'm interested in the EVF and LCD resolution. Are they better than the S1? The S1's EVF is very good and the LCD is pretty good. I think the S1H has a better LCD. I'm not sure if it's better for focussing in real terms. Is the S1R's LCD the same as the S1H's? Is there a notable improvement over the S1?
  20. I don't think IBIS is designed to replace a tripod (although Panasonic has a pretty good IBIS tripod look). It's more for making handheld shooting look great compared to what it used too (even with a IS lens).
  21. Exactly, it's about speed. There's no other way to get loads of different shots in a short period of time.
  22. Biggest difference for me between the S5 and S1 is that the EVF on the S1 is excellent and on the S5 it's inadequate. If you use the EVF a lot then go for a S1.
  23. Log: can't be bothered with it and my S1 and S5 have nice images in Natural or Cine D IBIS: I don't film "films" anymore. I film corporate stuff, events and weddings. IBIS is king. Love it although you need to know it's limits. If I'm filming interviews I use a tripod whenever possible. I have a gimbal if necessary but I prefer not use it. 10 bit: I prefer it and as it's no bother using it on the Panasonics then it's a big plus. AF: I use the same method you used with the GH2. In saying that, I'd like the option of good AF on my Panasonics as sometimes it's useful. What I'd really like is a S1Hmk2 with a really bright and sharp 4-5 inch screen included so that I could MF without an extra monitor. The biggest game changer for me has been IBIS.
  24. Sounds like you've had a good wedding season!
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