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Review on Panasonic LUMIX GX9 4K Mirrorless ILC Camera Kit with 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Power O.I.S. Lens, DC-GX9MK (USA Black) by Md Aadam Ali ᠌

Revainrating 5 out of 5

A great option for this money, I definitely recommend it!

Switched to this unit from a full-frame Canon EOS 5D. Filmed on 5D Mark 2.3, Nikon, Olympus, Fuji - there is something to compare. It's not worth trying to compare a micro with a full frame - it has a completely different concept and a different picture. Let's start with the merits. 1. The camera is made exceptionally well - it's nice to take it in your hands. With ergonomics, too, everything is in order. The controls are logical and convenient, there are many physical controls - this is a plus for an advanced amateur photographer. 2. The quality of the photos is excellent, if you do not look at it under a microscope - otherwise there is a risk of seeing noise even at the minimum ISO. 3. Although there is noise, but their level grows slowly with increasing ISO. ISO3200 can be called conditionally working (RAW + Lightroom noise reduction = light pseudo-film graininess) 4. Neutral color reproduction without falling into some characteristic shade. 5. Good stabilization. 6. EVI with a variable angle of inclination - reviewers say that this is very cool, but I have not yet appreciated the merits. 7. A very rich set of functions and settings. Everything is configurable! 8. The presence of silent mode: electronic shutter + tilting screen / EVI allow you to shoot absolutely without attracting attention 9. Video quality is Panasonic's forte. GX9 is no exception. 10. 4K photo, Post-focus - built-in effects that allow you to do an analogue of stroboscopic shooting and focus bracketing. Until I had time to really test, there was no suitable case. Flaws 1. The battery could be more powerful. 2. A shutter shock came out a couple of times - blurring the picture from the shutter. 3. For some, the lack of a microphone input will be a disadvantage. More detailed impressions and sample photos on my website - it is easily searched by by my last name and camera model :)

Pros
  • Good detailing of photos even with a whale 12-32mm, but the camera is fully revealed with professional-level optics - in addition to sharpness, light and color appear. Lots of features and settings. Built-in stabilization. Workmanship - does not look cheap plastic. Compact enough - with a 14 / 2.5 type pancake lens, it fits easily into a jacket pocket.
Cons
  • Weak battery. Noise at high ISO (although, depending on what to compare). Autofocus weakens in dark and flickering light. Artifacts around small items in Jpeg. Tends to moiré when shooting fine rhythmic textures. When shooting video in 4K, the picture is noticeably cropped at the edges.