Panasonic GH5S

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Panasonic GH5S camera
DMW-BLF19 battery
DMW-BTC13 charger & USB cable
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Panasonic GH5S

The Panasonic GH5S is a video-focused update to the pro-grade, hybrid photo/video GH5 camera for the Micro 4/3 system. We also rent the Panasonic GH5 w/V-Log. Key features include:

10.28MP, low-light optimized MOS sensor
Internal DCI 4K/60p with no sensor crop or time limit
Dual native ISO at ISO 400 & ISO 2500
Internal 4:2:2 10-bit and preinstalled V-Log L gamma curve

What’s New? The GH4 was quite advanced for a hybrid photo/video mirrorless camera, and the GH5 does everything it did but better. Now, the GH5S addresses the video specific complaints of the users of Panasonic’s pro-grade, micro 4/3 camera system with a low-light optimized 10.28MP sensor, dual native ISO, improved auto-focus, 1080p at 240 fps, & time-code in/out. Notably missing from the GH5S is in-camera image stabilization.

10.28MP, Low-Light Optimized Sensor. The biggest differentiator between this camera and the base GH5 is the new 10.28 megapixel sensor. Fewer and larger pixels take in more light and double its ISO sensitivity to 51,200. Dual native ISO of 400 & 2500 extends dynamic range in more shooting situations, especially when paired with the GH5S’s preinstalled V-Log L.

DCI 4K At 60 Frames Per Second. Even with the reduced resolution of the sensor, Panasonic made sure users can still shoot in DCI and UHD 4K. The camera supports 4K/60p in 4:2:0 8-bit, but drop the frame rate to 30p for glorious 4K 4:2:2 10-bit at 400Mbps. High frame rate shooting gets a boost to 240 fps in 1080p.

V-Log L Upgrade Pre-Installed. Panasonic did everyone a solid and decided to preinstall the V-Log L upgrade on all GH5S cameras. This provides an extremely flat gamma curve and image that’s capable of 12-stops of dynamic range for additional latitude when grading your footage.

But What About Still Photography? While headlining feature upgrades are primarily video-centric, the GH5S adds 14-bit raw for photos and at 14 fps. The improved Depth From Defocus system offers faster, more accurate performance in low-light situations with sensitivity from -5 EV. We wouldn’t recommend this over other cameras for print work, but these additions will be welcome for web-centric shooters.

Timecode In/Out. What? BNC Timecode in or out on a mirrorless camera? Panasonic added this feature, usually only found on professional camcorder systems, by way of a sync port to BNC converter cable. We don’t include the adapter cable by default. If you need it, let us know in the special instructions when you place your order.

Need a Memory Card? You’ll need an ultra-fast memory card for a camera this powerful, and we recommend the Sony 128GB SF-G Tough Series UHS-II SDXC. This camera can take full advantage of its superior 299 MB/s max write speed and 300 MB/s max read speed for high-resolution, high-bitrate capture.

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“One of the most significant advantages with the new Panasonic GH5s is it’s low light capabilities. The new sensor design has given the Panasonic GH5s exceptional low light performance that challen...

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Does this rental include the Panasonic TC In/Out BNC Converter Cable?

This rental doesn’t include the Panasonic TC In/Out BNC Converter Cable, but it’s available as a separate rental item.

Can I use this camera tethered to a computer?

If you want to shoot tethered or power the camera via USB, you’ll need to a USB 3.1 Type-C cable. If you need one, let us know in the special instructions box at checkout.

What kind of card do I need to shoot 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 video?

In order to use the 400Mbps 4K recording mode without a record limit, Panasonic recommends V90 rated cards. Currently, this is what we recommend.

Do you include the cable holder adapter?

Since this is not a required accessory, we do not include the cable holder with the rental. However, if you need this accessory, you can request it be sent in the special instructions box at checkout.

Does this camera have V-Log L?

Yes. All GH5S cameras come pre-installed with V-Log L. We also rent the Panasonic GH5 w/V-Log.

Do you recommend this camera for still photographers?

In most aspects, this camera is inferior to the GH5 for still photography, and we wouldn’t recommend it.

Specifications

Accessory Type
Brand	Panasonic
Camera Type	Mirrorless
Flash	Maximum Sync Speed 1 / 250 Second Flash Compensation 3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) Flash System Dedicated: TTL Connection: Hot Shoe/PC Terminal
Imaging	Maximum Resolution 10.28MP 3×2: 3680 × 2760 16×9: 4016 X 2256 Sensor Type: Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Size: 17.3 × 13.0mm Crop Factor x2 Bit Depth 4:2:2 10 bit (external recorder required for 4K 50p/60p) 4:2:0 8 bit ISO Dynamic Range: Up to 14 stops Default Sensitivity Range: 160 – 51200 Expanded Sensitivity Range: 80 – 204800 Dual Native ISO: 400/2500
Inputs/Outputs	Audio Input 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Audio Output 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Video Output HDMI (Full) Additional Inputs/Outputs Remote: 2.5mm LANC mini-jack Flash Synchro Socket: Flash synchronization/BNC TC conversion
Item Type	Camera
Monitoring	LCD Panel TFT LCD monitor with static touch control Free-angle 3.2-inch Viewfinder OLED Live View Finder Eye Sensor Internal Microphone Stereo
Mount	Micro 4/3rds
Physical	Measurements 5.45 × 3.86 × 3.44 inch 1.46 lbs Accessory Mounts Tripod: ¼-20 Inset Hot shoe adapter
Power Supply	AC Adapter DMW-AC10 AC adapter with DMW-DCC12 DC coupler (not included) Battery Type: DMW-BLF19 (supplied) Operating Time: Approximately 65 Mins. of video Recharge Time: Approximately 190 Mins.
Recording	Formats Photo: JPEG, RAW Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC, AVCHD Progressive Audio: AAC, Dolby Digital 2ch 48kHz/16-bit, Linear PCM File: MP4, MOV, AVCHD Modes (59.94Hz) 150 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 4096×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59.94p) 100 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 4096×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p) 150 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 3840×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59,94p) 100 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 3840×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p) 200 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 1920×1080 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59.94p) 100 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 1920×1080 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59.94p) 72 Mbps (MP4 only): 1920×1080 (23.98p, 29.97p) 28 Mbps (MP4 only): 1920×1080 (59.94p) 24 Mbps (AVCHD/MP4): 1920×1080 (23.98p) 24 Mbps (AVCHD only): 1920×1080 (59.94i with 29.97fps sensor output) 20 Mbps (MP4 only): 1920×1080 (29.97) 17 Mbps (AVCHD only): 1920×1080 (59.94i with 59.94fps sensor output) Media Type: SD, SDHC, SDXC High Resolution Recording Class Requirements: SDXC UHS-I / UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) Approximate Record Times 200 Mbps: 0.7 Min/GB 150 Mbps: 0.87 Min/GB 100 Mbps: 1.25 Min/GB Maximum Record Time Continuous Files may split after 96GB in some instances Multi-Slot Recording Methods Dual Recording Relay Recording
Sensor Size	Micro 4/3rds
Wireless	Wi-Fi Wi-Fi2.4GHz (STA/AP) (IEEE802.11b/g/n) Wi-Fi5GHz (STA) (IEEE 802.11a/n/ac) Bluetooth Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE))

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Includes

Panasonic GH5S camera
DMW-BLF19 battery
DMW-BTC13 charger & USB cable
Camera strap

Specifications

Accessory Type
Brand	Panasonic
Camera Type	Mirrorless
Flash	Maximum Sync Speed 1 / 250 Second Flash Compensation 3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) Flash System Dedicated: TTL Connection: Hot Shoe/PC Terminal
Imaging	Maximum Resolution 10.28MP 3×2: 3680 × 2760 16×9: 4016 X 2256 Sensor Type: Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Size: 17.3 × 13.0mm Crop Factor x2 Bit Depth 4:2:2 10 bit (external recorder required for 4K 50p/60p) 4:2:0 8 bit ISO Dynamic Range: Up to 14 stops Default Sensitivity Range: 160 – 51200 Expanded Sensitivity Range: 80 – 204800 Dual Native ISO: 400/2500
Inputs/Outputs	Audio Input 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Audio Output 3.5mm stereo mini-jack Video Output HDMI (Full) Additional Inputs/Outputs Remote: 2.5mm LANC mini-jack Flash Synchro Socket: Flash synchronization/BNC TC conversion
Item Type	Camera
Monitoring	LCD Panel TFT LCD monitor with static touch control Free-angle 3.2-inch Viewfinder OLED Live View Finder Eye Sensor Internal Microphone Stereo
Mount	Micro 4/3rds
Physical	Measurements 5.45 × 3.86 × 3.44 inch 1.46 lbs Accessory Mounts Tripod: ¼-20 Inset Hot shoe adapter
Power Supply	AC Adapter DMW-AC10 AC adapter with DMW-DCC12 DC coupler (not included) Battery Type: DMW-BLF19 (supplied) Operating Time: Approximately 65 Mins. of video Recharge Time: Approximately 190 Mins.
Recording	Formats Photo: JPEG, RAW Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC, AVCHD Progressive Audio: AAC, Dolby Digital 2ch 48kHz/16-bit, Linear PCM File: MP4, MOV, AVCHD Modes (59.94Hz) 150 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 4096×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59.94p) 100 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 4096×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p) 150 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 3840×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59,94p) 100 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 3840×2160 (23.98p, 29.97p) 200 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 1920×1080 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59.94p) 100 Mbps (MOV/MP4): 1920×1080 (23.98p, 29.97p, 59.94p) 72 Mbps (MP4 only): 1920×1080 (23.98p, 29.97p) 28 Mbps (MP4 only): 1920×1080 (59.94p) 24 Mbps (AVCHD/MP4): 1920×1080 (23.98p) 24 Mbps (AVCHD only): 1920×1080 (59.94i with 29.97fps sensor output) 20 Mbps (MP4 only): 1920×1080 (29.97) 17 Mbps (AVCHD only): 1920×1080 (59.94i with 59.94fps sensor output) Media Type: SD, SDHC, SDXC High Resolution Recording Class Requirements: SDXC UHS-I / UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) Approximate Record Times 200 Mbps: 0.7 Min/GB 150 Mbps: 0.87 Min/GB 100 Mbps: 1.25 Min/GB Maximum Record Time Continuous Files may split after 96GB in some instances Multi-Slot Recording Methods Dual Recording Relay Recording
Sensor Size	Micro 4/3rds
Wireless	Wi-Fi Wi-Fi2.4GHz (STA/AP) (IEEE802.11b/g/n) Wi-Fi5GHz (STA) (IEEE 802.11a/n/ac) Bluetooth Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE))

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Rental Period	Lenscap+	Rental Price	Total Price	Price Per Day (Approx.)
3 days	$15.00	$46.00	$61.00	$20.33
4 days	$16.00	$49.00	$65.00	$16.25
7 days	$21.00	$65.00	$86.00	$12.29
10 days	$28.00	$88.00	$116.00	$11.60
14 days	$37.00	$114.00	$151.00	$10.79
21 days	$49.00	$153.00	$202.00	$9.62
30 days	$62.00	$192.00	$254.00	$8.47
45 days	$81.00	$250.00	$331.00	$7.36
60 days	$95.00	$293.00	$388.00	$6.47
90 days	$122.00	$377.00	$499.00	$5.54

Rental Period	Lenscap	Rental Price	Total Price	Price Per Day (Approx.)
3 days	$10.00	$46.00	$56.00	$18.67
4 days	$11.00	$49.00	$60.00	$15.00
7 days	$14.00	$65.00	$79.00	$11.29
10 days	$19.00	$88.00	$107.00	$10.70
14 days	$25.00	$114.00	$139.00	$9.93
21 days	$33.00	$153.00	$186.00	$8.86
30 days	$41.00	$192.00	$233.00	$7.77
45 days	$54.00	$250.00	$304.00	$6.76
60 days	$63.00	$293.00	$356.00	$5.93
90 days	$81.00	$377.00	$458.00	$5.09

Rental Period	Rental Price	Price Per Day (Approx.)
3 days	$46.00	$15.33
4 days	$49.00	$12.25
7 days	$65.00	$9.29
10 days	$88.00	$8.80
14 days	$114.00	$8.14
21 days	$153.00	$7.29
30 days	$192.00	$6.40
45 days	$250.00	$5.56
60 days	$293.00	$4.88
90 days	$377.00	$4.19

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