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Testseek.com have collected 129 expert reviews of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and the average rating is 92%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4.
Award: Editor’s Choice May 2014
May 2014
 
(92%)
129 Reviews
Users
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254 Reviews
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The editors liked

  • IAuto shooting mode is accurate and easy in all situations
  • Dedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to record
  • Outstanding image quality at all lower ISO settings
  • Fun and Creative Art filters 
  • High Resolution EVF and OLED monitors make shooting a
  • Impressive 4K video
  • Durable weathersealed body
  • Very fast autofocus
  • DSLR styled design is a pleasure to use
  • Great feel to the ergonomics
  • Beautiful EVF
  • Touch screen is great
  • Fast to focus
  • Not too large or heavy
  • Very fast single AF with 20 (RAW + jpg in full resolution) to 40 bps (lower resolution jpg)
  • Very fast
  • Continuous AF
  • 12 bps (mechanical shutter
  • RAW + jpg) to 20 bps (electronic shutter
  • RAW + jpg)
  • Fastest shutter speed of 1/8000 and 100 ISO expansion
  • Solid
  • Comfortabletouse camera body
  • Excellent still image quality
  • Industryleading video capabilities
  • Highly detailed video capture
  • Extensive support tools focus peaking
  • Synchro scan
  • Zebra..
  • 'DFD' system improves continuous focus ability
  • Good view
  • 4k (C4k and UHD) video
  • Recorded internally
  • 1080p at up to 200Mbit/s or 96fps for slow motion
  • Pro-level video options
  • Controls and displays
  • Weatherproof body with broad customization
  • Very fast single AF speed. Works in very low light
  • Silent electronic shutter option
  • Good quality stills and chance to grab from 4k video
  • Decent battery life for a mirrorless camera
  • High resolution electronic

The editors didn't like

  • No builtin image stabilization
  • Menus can be overwhelming and make it difficult to find a setting until you learn where they are
  • Weak Tracking AF
  • Higher resolution sensor would have been welcome
  • Intimidating
  • Overcomplicated controls
  • Wish there were full weather sealing
  • Super expensive
  • No built-in GPS
  • Purchase of a UHS-3 SF card for 4K video necessary
  • DFD system limited to Panasonic lenses
  • Focus tracking poor at subject identification
  • Focus peaking often too subtle to assess focus point
  • No Auto ISO in manual exposure video shooting mode
  • No option to cqpture 1080 video from 4K crop region to minimiz
  • 4k footage looks noisy at 800 ISO and above
  • 1080p footage uses non-integer crop
  • Rolling shutter artefacts in some conditions
  • Still photo quality no better than other MFT cameras
  • Shooting speed slows to 5-6fps with continuous AF
  • No phase-detect / hybrid AF
  • No built-in stabilization
  • Unlike Olympus MFT models
  • No in-camera panorama mode.

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  Published: 2017-06-07, review by: 4k.com

  • Abstract:  In the most basic terms, the key difference between a DSLR and a mirrorless camera is that the DSLR comes with an internal mirror that reflects light entering through the lens through a prism and to an optical viewfinder. This mirror blocks off the sensor...

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  Published: 2015-12-29, Author: DAIMAOU , review by: akihabaranews.com

  • Abstract:  Editor's Note: The following article, originally published on April 20, was AkihabaraNews' 5th most popular of 2015. We all know 4K is the video standard everyone's chasing these days, and there are a lot of shooting options out there - definitely not all...

 
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  Published: 2015-11-20, Author: Carey , review by: dpreview.com

  • Abstract:  This roundup is a little unusual, in that the cameras in this price bracket span both flagship and entry-level products. Specifically, several flagship APS-C and Micro Four Thirds cameras, and a handful of entry-level full-frame options. We've called out...

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  Published: 2015-11-20, Author: Carey , review by: dpreview.com

  • Abstract:  This roundup is a little unusual, in that the cameras in this price bracket span both flagship and entry-level products. Specifically, several flagship APS-C and Micro Four Thirds cameras, and a handful of entry-level full-frame options. We've called out...

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  Published: 2015-06-11, review by: toptenreviews.com

  • Abstract:  The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 mirrorless digital camera is a professional camera that offers a user-friendly interface. The camera has a variety of advanced features, a variety of options and a durable body to withstand daily use. The Panasonic Lumix DSLM c...

 
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  Published: 2015-04-01, Author: Josh , review by: steves-digicams.com

  • iAuto shooting mode is accurate and easy in all situations, Dedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to record, Outstanding image quality at all lower ISO settings, Fun and Creative Art filters , High Resolution EVF and OLED monitors make shooting a
  • No builtin image stabilization, Menus can be overwhelming and make it difficult to find a setting until you learn where they are
  • The Panasonic Lumix GH4 is a powerful ILC that produces excellent quality still images and leads the way in video recording. Loaded with features and creative shooting modes, you will always be looking for new situations to shoot in. Read more in our Full...

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  Published: 2015-02-01, Author: Eric , review by: photographybay.com

  • Abstract:  Zack Arias posted this nice little perspective review on what factored into his choice of the Panasonic GH4 as his dedicated video camera. He talks about other choices from Canon, Sony and Blackmagic and why he stuck with Fuji for stills and has two compl...

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  Published: 2014-12-31, Author: Nayalan , review by: akihabaranews.com

  • Abstract:  Editor's Note: The following article, originally published on April 11, was AkihabaraNews' 4th most popular of 2014. Not only was the English version super popular, the French and Japanese versions also hit hard.AkihabaraNews MICRO CASTThis review is also...

 
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  Published: 2014-11-27, review by: dpreview.com

  • Abstract:  In the past, we’ve included both mirrorless and DSLR cameras in our enthusiast interchangeable lens camera roundup...

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  Published: 2014-11-27, review by: dpreview.com

  • Abstract:  In the past, we’ve included both mirrorless and DSLR cameras in our enthusiast interchangeable lens camera roundup...

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