PANASONIC LUMIX DC-GH6 mirrorless camera 25.2Mp 5.7K MFT

Key Features

• 25.2MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds Sensor
• 4K 60p 422 10-Bit Unlimited Recording
• 5.7K 60p, 4K 120p HFR, FHD 300p VFR
• ProRes 422 HQ, V-Log and DR Boost
• Dual I.S. 2, 7.5-Stop 5-Axis Stabilizer
• 100MP Handheld High-Resolution Mode
• 3.68m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
• 3.0" 1.84m-Dot Free Angle Touchscreen
• CFexpress Type B & SD UHS-II Card Slots

A LUMIX first Apple ProRes codec video

Using a CFexpress Type B card (MOV, 5.7K, 5728x3024, 29.97p/25.00p/24.00p), you can internally record ProRes 422 HQ and ProRes 422 codec videos, the professional industry standard, which deliver high image quality at low compression. This significantly reduces the load on the computer during post-production and allows NLE (non-linear editing) without transcoding, streamlining your workflow from start to finish.
Apple and ProRes are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

5.7K 10-bit 60p/50p recording

With 5.7K (5728x3024) 420 10-bit 60p/50p (179) and 5.8K (5760x4320) 30p/25p/24p 420 10-bit anamorphic (43) modes, the LUMIX GH6 offers higher resolution and higher bit rates than ever before, and delivers the latest in high image quality, versatility, and expressive range needed for film, TV, and all types of video production.

Unlimited 422 10-bit C4K/4K 60p/50p video recording time

The first LUMIX to offer 422 10-bit C4K/4K 60p/50p internal recording, the GH6 delivers unlimited recording time* when used at the recommended operating temperature**. Ideal for small production teams and in demanding conditions where mobility and high-quality are a must. Also allows for simultaneous internal recording and external recording via HDMI output.
*Under the guaranteed operating environment. When using a battery. The recording time depends on the capacity of the battery and the recording media.
**-1040.
Corresponding to 4K (4096x2160) as defined by Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI).
CFexpress card or an SD memory card with Video Speed Class 90 is required.

7.5-stop Dual I.S. 2 (Image Stabilizer)

5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (Image Stabilizer) combines control of the Body I.S. and Lens O.I.S. to offer 7.5 stops worth of correction.*
*Based on the CIPA standard Yaw/Pitch direction focusing distance f140mm (35mm camera equivalent f280mm) when H-FS14140 is used.

HFR/VFR 10-bit recording

High-resolution slow-motion recording, recently gaining popularity in video production, is now made possible using C4K/4K 10-bit 120p/100p HFR (high-frame-rate) video recording with audio. The LUMIX GH6 also offers a wide range of 10-bit ALL-Intra recording modes for high-end editing, so you can shoot FHD 240p/200p HFR and FHD 240fps VFR (variable frame rate) video. With VFR you can record up to 12.5x super slow-motion video (FHD 10-bit 24p/300fps).
Maximum output of sensor is 60fps when Dynamic Range Boost is set to ON.

New Venus Engine

The new Venus Engine delivers approximately twice the processing power as before, enabling high-speed processing of the new sensor's higher pixel counts and higher-resolution, higher-bit-rate video. Image quality performance is also greatly improved. New Intelligent Detail Processing offers higher resolution, and new 2D and high-performance 3D Noise Reduction (for videos) optimize noise reduction. The result is natural, 3D-like images with minimal noise even at high sensitivity. High-precision Dual 3D Color Control achieves improved color reproduction (brightness, saturation, and hue), resulting in more faithful and richer color expression.

New 25.2MP sensor

The LUMIX GH6 features the first Micro Four Thirds system standard 25.2-megapixel Live MOS sensor. With no low-pass filter, its design allows for both more pixels and higher resolution, for ultra-realistic detail. Its higher readout speed delivers C4K/4K 120p video recording and 75-frames-per-second burst shooting using the electronic shutter while also minimizing rolling shutter distortion.
The Micro Four Thirds name and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Corporation in Japan, the United States, the European Union, and other countries and regions.

Delivery Content

• Lumix DC-GH6 Body
• Battery DMW-BLK22 (2200mAh)
• Charger (with USB AC Adapter)
• USB Connection Cable
• BNC Conversion Cable
• Strain relief (cable holder)
• Shoulder Strap GH6
• Body Cap

Technical Data

AF/Exposure

Contrast AF + DFD, 315-area
EV -4 to 18
AFS TBD
Face/Eye/Head/Body/Animal Recognition

Shutter

Mechanical 1/8000-60, X1/250
Electronic 1/32,000-60
Durability 200k

Burst Shooting

Mechanical AFS 14 fps, AFC 8 fps
Electronic AFS 75 fps, AFC 7 fps

Monitor

LVF 3.68MP OLED, 0.76x KB
LCD 1.84MP Touchscreen 3.0, Tilt & Free-Angle

IN/OUT

HDMI

Typ-A (Supports 4K 120p via HDMI2.1)

USB / Charge / Supply

USB3.2 Typ-C (PD) / Yes / Yes

Card Slot

Slot 1 CFexpress Typ B
Slot 2 SD UHS-II U3 V90

Mic / Headphone

3.5mm / 3.5mm

XLR Audio Input

DMW-XLR1 (sold separately)

Remote Socket

2.5mm

TC IN/OUT

Yes

Other Features

Tally Lamp

Yes (Front / Rear)

Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / Tether

Wi-Fi 5GHz / Bluetooth v5.0 / LUMIX Tether

Cooling Fan

Yes

Battery

Bundled Battery Pack

DMW-BLK22 (2200mAh)

Battery Life

LCD 380 pic / LVF 380 pic (*3)

Physical Specifications

Weatherproof (*1)

Dust / Splash / Freeze Resistant

Dimensions / Weight (*2)

138.4 x 100.3 x 99.6 mm / 823g

Camera Specifications

Image Sensor

25.2MP MFT

High Resolution Mode

100M with Handheld Shot Mode

Body I.S.

5-axis / 7.5-stop

Log Recording

V-Log / 13+ stops (*4), 12+ stops (*5)

Codec

MOV / MP4
Apple ProRes 422 HQ / Apple ProRes 422

Recording Time Limit

Unlimited (*6)

5.7K (Apple ProRes 422 HQ)

29.97p / 25.00p / 24.00p / 23.98p

5.7K (420 10-Bit)

59.94p / 50.00p / 29.97p / 25.00p / 24.00p / 23.98p

C4K (422 10-Bit, 420 10-Bit)

59.94p / 50.00p / 29.97p / 25.00p / 24.00p / 23.98p

4K (422 10-Bit, 420 10-Bit)

59.94p / 50.00p / 29.97p / 25.00p / 24.00p / 23.98p

FHD (422 10-Bit)

59.94p / 59.94i / 50.00p / 50.00i / 29.97p / 25.00p / 24.00p / 23.98p

Audio Format

2ch

MP4 AAC (48kHz/16-Bit)
MOV LPCM (48kHz/24-Bit, 96kHz/24-Bit*7)

4ch

MOV LPCM (48kHz/24-Bit*7, 96kHz/24bit*7)

Notes

*1 Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
*2 Body, Battery, Card.
*3 When using SD card.
*4 Dynamic Range Boost mode ON. From ISO2000 only at 60fps or less.
*5 Dynamic Range Boost mode OFF.
*6 Recommended ambient temperature is up to 35 (TBD).
*7 When using DMW-XLR1 (sold separately)

Advanced Features

Panasonic's LUMIX GH6 is the latest flagship model of the LUMIX G Series digital mirrorless camera based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. By increasing the effective pixel count by more than 20, the new 25.2-megapixel Live MOS Sensor boasts high-resolution, high-speed signal readout and wide dynamic range. The new Venus Engine is equipped with advanced image processing technologies to render high resolution images with natural noise texture and rich color reproduction, which is a hallmark of LUMIX cameras. The LUMIX GH6 contains V-Log/V-Gamut -- a first for LUMIX G Micro Four Thirds cameras -- and provides 12+ stops and even 13+ stops of wide dynamic range using Dynamic Range Boost mode.

The new LUMIX GH6 has again evolved to achieve 422 10-bit C4K 60p unlimited video recording time, 420 10-bit 4K120p, 422 10bit FHD 240p HFR (High Frame Rate) and FHD maximum 300fps VFR (Variable Frame Rate) to reproduce dynamic motion of the subject. In addition to 420 10-bit 5.7K 60p, 420 10-bit 5.8K 30p (4.4K 60p) anamorphic video can be recorded utilizing the full area of the sensor. It is possible to display de-squeezed footage on the monitor in real-time. 5.7K 30p video recording is available in Apple ProRes 422 HQ for the first time in LUMIX cameras, which enables non-linear editing without transcoding. Extended recording time is made possible with LUMIX's heat management technology.

Boasting 7.5 stops of powerful image stabilization with its Dual I.S.2 for agile handheld shooting, the LUMIX GH6 has adopted a new super high-precision 5-axis gyro sensor with a new algorithm to achieve 7.5 stops of Body I.S. and Dual I.S. It also offers a wide variety of recording formats, resolutions, and framerates to choose from according to the purpose.

With expertise drawn from firsthand opinions, the LUMIX GH6 has been designed to recognize high-quality video expression and workflow efficiency from setup to delivery in addition to excellent depiction performance and mobility. Together with a wide array of lens options, Panasonic is committed to leading the industry with creators who are seeking a new way to go beyond the limitations of creativity.

State-of-the-art technologies enhance video quality even higher

Panasonic has developed a new 25.2-megapixel Live MOS Sensor without LPF (Low-pass Filter) that boasts high resolution, high-speed signal readout that reduces rolling shutter problem and achieves wide dynamic range. The new Venus Engine delivers approximately twice the processing power, enabling high-speed processing of the new sensor's higher pixel counts, higher-resolution, and higher-bit-rate video. It has evolved with three key technologies: New Intelligent Detail Processing, New 2D Noise Reduction, and High Precision 3D Noise Reduction for video. The new Intelligent Detail Processing detects the edges and flat and detailed parts in a frame more accurately, resulting in highly realistic images. The new 2D Noise Reduction suppresses chromatic noise and improves the texture of luminance noise to make photos clear and natural even when shot at high sensitivity. With the High Precision 3D Noise Reduction for video, the detection capability of still and moving parts has been advanced, which makes it possible to optimize noise reduction while minimizing afterimages. As a result, the image quality of video with dynamic motion is enhanced. In addition, high-precision Dual 3D Color Control enhances color reproduction by brightness level, saturation level, and hue level for rich, faithful color expression.

The combination of the new advanced sensor with the enhanced saturation performance and engine makes it possible to render clearer images even in 25.2-megapixel high resolution and lower minimum ISO sensitivity at ISO 100 Photo ISO 50(Extended) - 25600 / Video ISO 50(Extended) -12800.

Dynamic range measures the luminance range that a digital camera can capture. The LUMIX GH6 provides 12+ stops of wide dynamic range for pre-installed V-Log recording capability. Even 13+ stops can be achieved using Dynamic Range Boost mode. With the new Dynamic Range Boost mode, saturation-priority image generated from low ISO circuit and low noise image generated from high ISO circuit are synthesized at each pixel. The composite image achieves both low noise and high saturation, resulting in a clear and smooth HDR video with rich gradation.

For agile handheld shooting, the LUMIX GH6 has adopted a new super high-precision 5-axis gyro sensor with a new algorithm to achieve 7.5 stops of Body I.S. and Dual I.S. Thanks to this powerful image stabilization, even 100-megapixel high resolution images can be shot using the High-Resolution mode without a tripod. In High-Resolution mode, eight consecutive images are automatically shot while shifting the sensor using the Body I.S. (Image Stabilizer) mechanism and synthesized into a 100-megapixel equivalent (11552 x 8672-pixel) image that faithfully reproduces precise details to be saved as beautiful, highly realistic RAW and JPEG images. With its high mobility achieved by the compact, lightweight design and powerful Body I.S., the LUMIX GH6 makes previously impossible shooting, such as handheld ultra-telephoto shooting, possible. The 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 also works for video recording, including 4K video to record natural, comfortable-to-see video footage. It applies appropriate compensation according to the type of movement by precisely judging the cause whether it was generated by panning, tilting, or hand-shake. The B.I.S. compensates for camera movement even when an interchangeable lens without O.I.S. (e.g., a cine lens) is used.

Professional-quality video performance for unlimited expression

The LUMIX GH Series has created an epoch-making industrial sensation by achieving outstanding video recording performance with advanced features that meet professional quality levels and standards. The LUMIX GH6 again evolves to achieve 422 10-bit C4K 60p unlimited video recording time. 420 10-bit 4K120p (Equivalent to 5x slow motion) and 422 10-bit FHD 240p HFR (High Frame Rate) video recording with audio also available to enable impressive expression such as speed ramping. FHD maximum 300fps (Equivalent to 12.5x slow motion) and VFR (Variable Frame Rate) reproduce the dynamic motion of the subject.

In addition to 420 10-bit 5.7K 60p, 420 10-bit 5.8K 30p (4.4K 60p) anamorphic video can be recorded utilizing the full area of the sensor. It is possible to display de-squeezed footage on the monitor in real time. 5.7K 30p internal video recording is available in ProRes 422 HQ and ProRes 422 for the first time in the LUMIX series using