Overview
The Panasonic DMC GH1 is basically an enhanced version of the innovative Panasonic G1. The big difference is the addition of a High Definition movie mode. It is still a ground breaking camera offering you the features of a Digital SLR camera, including interchangeable lenses, in a smaller and more lightweight body. To achieve this Panasonic has removed the mirror from the DMC GH1.
In terms of features the DMC GH1 is a 12 megapixel model. There are two resolutions available for High Definition movies. These are 1080/25p and 720/50p. Sound can be recorded for the movies via a stereo microphone.
A lens adapter is required to fit lenses to the DMC GH1. It is compatible with various four thirds system lens, but it is only lenses from the Panasonic G series that offer full functionality relating to focusing.
As you would expect there are a range of manual exposure modes available to you allowing you to fine tune your photos. There is also a Live View mode to help with composition. To help get your started there are also a few features that have been migrated from compact cameras such as scene modes, intelligent auto settings and face detection.
The camera is available in kit form with a 14 – 144mm lens being available. When attached to the camera the focal length of the lens is equivalent to 28 – 280mm in 35mm format.
Panasonic DMC GH1 Specification
Style
Compact System Camera
Megapixels
12
LCD Screen
3
MemoryCards
SD/SDHC
Resolution
4:3, 16:9, 3:2, 1:1
File Formats
JPEG/RAW
Shutter Speed
60 to 1/4000 seconds + bulb
Sensitivity
Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200
White Balance Settings
Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / Flash / White Set 1,2 / Color temperature setting
ExposureCompensation
1/3EV Step ±3EV
Viewfinder
Yes
Flash Modes
Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Flash Range
11m
Shooting Modes
Portrait / Scenery / Sports / Low Light / Close-up (Flower/Food/Objects/Macro) / SCN (Sunset/Party/Portrait)
Maximum Movie Resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
Maximum Movie Frames Per Second
24 fps
Maximum Movie Duration
To capacity of memory card
Metering
Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
ManualControls
Manual Exposure, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority
Image Stabilisation
No
Lens Converters
No
Self Timer
10 seconds or 2 seconds
Video Out (TV Playback)
Yes
Computer Connection
Yes
Batteries
Lithium-ion Rechargeable
Dimensions
124 x 89.6 x 45.2mm
Weight
385g
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Panasonic DMC GH1 Specification
