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Lumix S5II
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Hi mate I’m a tv camera op working in documentaries, If they’ve got decent budget the fx3 is probably what they are using but honestly that would be absolutely overkill for what you are intending to do. Get a cheaper Sony A7S or even an old Panasonic lumix GH5s which would be perfectly fine for just
...Jauxcom in r/PrettyMuchIt
October 1, 2025 11:10 PM
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A GH5 with f/2.8 lens would weigh roughly the same as the S5 with a kitlens. The main advantage of the GH5 would be: More zoom range for the same weight. The leica 12-60 give you the FF equivalent of 24-120 for similar weight as the S5 20-60. (Though shooting in APS-C mode on the S5 effectively exte
...No-Salt7142 in r/GH5
March 22, 2026 6:03 PM
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When I first got into video cameras as a hobby I really bought into the assumption that autofocus was important. This is what led me to purchase an FX3. What I've realized is that in practice, the majority of what I shoot is talking head, youtube style video sand all three major lines (Canon, Lumix,
...Cold-Dish-7636 in r/GH5
January 18, 2026 6:13 PM
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I use the Sony a7iv for my videos, it’s a beast in low light and I’ve had it in severe storms, no problem. Another good option for you would be the Sony a6700, it’s a bit cheaper but still outstanding in low light. Get a good prime lens that opens up to f1.8 or more and you’ll bet set. Sigma makes a
...Alexonthemountain in r/Lumix
April 18, 2025 6:40 AM
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