Upgrade to the LUMIX GH7? (from the GH5 or GH6)

Is the Lumix GH7 worth the upgrade from the Lumix GH5 or GH6? I think the GH7 brings a ton to the table for video shooters. Here's some thoughts on whether you should upgrade right now or not.

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[AllThingsFilm]

As an owner of the FX30 and filmmaker of narrative content, I think the GH7 is a definite upgrade. I think the costs for adding the XLR2 and CF Express cards are worth the upgrade as well. The GH7 is more of a cinema camera than the FX30 by far.

[UniquelyMary]

So I had a Sony ZVE1 and due to watching much content about micro 4/3 cameras, I decided to switch to the G9ii and really liked it that was about a month ago and then this is announced, and I was luckily able to return it to get a full refund and I’m upgrading to the GH7 I’m pretty lucky that I was able to make that switch and pay maybe $500 more. I’m definitely excited about getting into this and really taking my content a whole new level.

[vivianvaldi]

Let's upgrade for a new GH5. Thx to those selling their old ones. We need you so badly.

[developedmov]

I've been shooting on GH5s/GH52 for 4 years now and I've been waiting for this upgrade. So happy I can keep my lenses.

[iljaemrich]

I'm using the GH5 and GH5ii on m43. And right now I'm absolutely happy using these fantastic tools. If I ever need a reliable and continious AF, I will upgrade.

[DustinArmstrongPro]

What I learned from this video: "Possibilties"

[michaelkupfer]

Yeah but why would you pay 200€ for a color log, which is only usefull to people that shoot on an Ari and want a B-Cam with the exact same color science? Wait 1 or 2 weeks, someone will do (hopefully for free) a LUT for Vlog that will give you exactly the same color/contrast as the 200$ Arri thing

[OrlandoPla]

Additional comment .... this means that the GH6 will drop drastically in price. Great opportunity to buy one. Hopefully it will drop under $1500 to deplete current unsold inventory.

[MrSTravelQuest]

Hey Caleb, I shoot on the GH5 and on the fence on the GH7. What's the low light compared to a GH5?

[chgotbanned]

As a GH5 owner since 2019 when the GH6 was announced I wanted it despite not having phase detect as the gh7 has now and the g9ii. I just found a basically new GH6 at a local pawn shop this week I put on layway for 900$ Right after the gh, 7 was announced. I don't shoot for anyone but myself so as great as the gh7 is I think the GH6 will be great for me for at least a year or two as my main then I can invest in the gh7 if need be, not mention I can transfer all my accessories for the gh6 straight to the gh7. For the stuff the gh7 has over the GH6 (af being the biggest) for the cost difference currently I think the GH6 is perfect for me for now but will definitely grab one in the future

[michaelhines]

Your reputation is on the line Caleb DONT BULLSHIT US !!!

[JamesNixon]

As someone that does manual focus majority of the time I’m sticking with my GH6 (also have a C70 for bigger jobs), but if I was in the market for a new camera I would definitely look at getting the gh7

[neulandlotse]

I do have the GH2, GH4, GH5s and GH6. But I think I will exchange my GH6 for a GH7. Just because my 5s has better colors and low light capabilities than the original Gh5. And the GH5s can record prores raw on my Ninja V.

So my GH5s on a tripod with Ninja V and a GH7 handheld with internal prores raw, will be a perfect combination for me. I'm so curious how close I can match the vlog colors of both cameras.

[CetecomTV]

Great content! When doing these types of videos especially when talking about a particular camera, it would be great to know which camera you are actually shooting with. Whatever you are using has great picture quality.

[LuckyCharms]

I can't wait for 5 more years when it's more affordable for me. I bought the gh5 for a little over 600 5 years after release, and I'll do the same for the gh7

[razfilmstv]

The Lumix Live guy said today no $500 trade in. Maybe if sales drop they will. I'm pretty happy with the G9Ii right now. I don't need prores (mostly a 4k 24p shooter. 32 float would be nice, but then you have to buy the XLR adapter. I saw Rode has a new Wireless Pro that has 32 float.

[oaksmadoaks]

I got Gh5s for 4-5 years now. I am upgrading to 7 as soon as it comes out. Proper Vlog, and IBIS, those are only 2 reasons why Im hyped. Plus I do need 2nd camera as backup. Im in real estate so dont care about luts, arri log, float audio, autofocus, all of those are meaningless to me. Thanks for the videos!

[BarryMaskell]

I love my GH6 - compared to my G85 it’s magic especially AF - I purchased mine on a significant discount 2 years ago and the price hasn’t dropped since then - I think we will get some more firmware updates - most likely update coming to activate ARRI and the new lumix app

[MrMyzl]

I preordered the GH7 on day 1! I have had both the GH5 and GH6 for years, and I can't wait to use the new features of the GH7!

[ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΣΚΑΛΑΙΤΖΙΔΗΣ-σξ]

I need a comparison Video from the Lumix S5ii or S5IIX vs the new GH7