@Gerarddddddddddddddd To be fair you should compare the newer Lumix G3. I really like it, although again to be fair, it's more aimed against upper-entry-level DSLRs like the T3i / 600D than the 60D. There's loads of details in my reviews of both at cameralabs . com...
Curious, do you see ILCs like the G1's successors kicking the entry level DSLRs off the market before too long? I'm especially curious of the potential of the upcoming NEX-7.
@cameralabs Agreed. The second the NEX-7 is in stores I'm gonna head on over & take a look at one. I've been considering the D7000 but now that the NEX-7 is coming out it may be just as good if not better. Certainly smashing a full DSLR quality system into a compact camera is an amazing feat, though I think the purists will disagree.
I bought the E-420 but after comparing it to this G1 camera it's a lot better in all parameters. I sold the E-420 & bought this one instead. Paid around £260 in the UK + battery £80 or £90 from a Panasonic shop here in Bournemouth.
thanks for the great review. im thinking of getting this camera over the Nikon Coolpix P100. Which camera do you think is a better choice in terms of picture quality and video quality?
hi Gordon, i've got a fz38 from a month and i love it, but in low light shooting, the noise is too heavy for the small sensor so i want to sell it for a G1, with its big sensor, the incredible viewfinder and the 460k and not fixed screen.
The price between the fz38 + accessories and the g1 + basic lens its almoust the same so, i'm doing a good thing or not?
@m75videos did you check the date of this review? I've also reviewed the NEX 5 at cameralabs . com - and neither it nor the G1 are DSLRs becuase they don't have mirrors or optical viewfinders.
Hi Gorden, thanks for this viedo, great tour! I was wondering if you could help me. I bought this camera 2 days ago & as I'm learning to use it. For some reason I can't access some of the menu option like in your video @ 7:00 when I press the Q.menu the 6 first options are greyed out. Would you have any idea why this is happening? thanks
I really don't see why this is better than a D40... I read a tech review in the Economist and got excited because they made it seem like it would be as small as a compact digital camera but it's not really, is it?
Hi I,m new to the game and looking to buy a digital camera, Bridge or DSLR, was told DSLRS have far better image quality as they have a bigger sensor looking at the reviews on cameralabs quite liked this Lumix DMC-G1, but in the cameralabs real life resolution test the G1 is compared to the cannon SX10 which I presume has a smaller sensor, but I thought the image quality of the SX10 was slightly better so my theory of bigger sensor better quality isnt holding up, any info advise wellcome.
Hi Gordon, if i may I'd like to provide you with a little constructive criticism. I've noticed that in many of your videos, your voice is very clear and crisp when you are behind the camera, but then, when you stand in front of it, your voice fades out significantly and, for some, it may be hard to hear. May I suggest you use a clip on mic for your upcoming reviews? Other than that, great work! You are really helpful!
I've just bought a new mic I hope to use in the near future, buit part of the problem is an echoey room, but hopefully it'll still be better than before.
go to cameralabs . com and check the cons and pros there... i prefer this panasonic over Canon 1000D ... but that doesn't mean G1 is better... Look at lens range as well ...
Am thinking of getting this camera ,,but please could someone tell me the bad side of it ,av never had a pro camera before and i am wondering if this is the right one for me thanks
I am a car photographer and I like to film fast cars in action as well as take photographs. I need a DSLR like this but it has to be able to take movies and have good sound quality.
Does this camera have this function and if not what would you recommend?
I have perused the CameraLabs site, and hadn't noticed any GH1 review yet. I was wondering if there were any plans to review the GH1 separately from the G1.
There are plans to do a full review, but in the meantime I have a detailed preview along with high ISO noise results for the camera versus the D90 and SX1 IS. See the preview section in the upper left corner of the front page.
Technically speaking it is not a DSLR becuase it doesn't have a mirror or an optical viewfinder. But it does have a big sensor and interchangeable lenses like a DSLR, along with control over depth of field, so I think it would be ok. See my review at cameralabs . com for full details. You should probably also check with the course people, but to be honest, they may not have come across this kind of camera before.
Thanks for a great video. I just wanted to know if this camera takes good night shots... I love taking fotos of city scapes in the evening, esp in NY. What would the quailty be like of say, for example, the Manhattan skyline in the evening?
If you're using a tripod, shoot with a low ISO and the results will be great with any camera. You can see sample images from the G1 in my review at cameralabs . com, and tips on night photography at dslrtips . com.
But i really want to know if the G1 is better or Olympus' E-620 which have the same retail price and the E 620's Art Filters is quite tempting. I'm really hoping to see Gordon's Video tour of the 620.
I will be doing a video of the E-620 in the future, but can't say when. In the meantime, I have already published my full review of the E-620 at cameralabs . com!
thanks for the information, yes i want the video and also still image.. over all do u think i will GO for lumix GH1? i will use it for movie and independent film, as well as the still image for promotion.. please advice me.. D90 or GH1. please make time to answer this message thank a lot ....
i know dslr take better photos but im a amautre photographer and im down to cameras i thinking about panasonic lumix fz28 or the panasonic g1 is it werth getting g1?
Well the G1 has a much bigger sensor than the FZ28, so is better for low light - see my review at cameralabs . com and feel free to discuss your options in the forum at cameralabs...
Shutter? Okay, I'm an idiot, no doubt of it, but why oh why does a DIGITAL camera still need a shutter?
Just when I was ready to purchase a DSLR I now feel it's time to wait a few months again. I really want to read some detailed reviews of the GH-1. Video or not to video, that is the question.
It depends on the sensor type whether it needs a shutter or not. I agree though, it's a shame they couldn't implement a silent operation. PS - I have a preview of the GH1 at cameralabs . com...
Thank you for your kind replies and yes, I saw the preview. very good work but I want to see a full fledged review and then I want people to buy it and report back on it. Thank goodness memory cards have become cheap.
It would be highly innovative if some day someone develop a virtual shutter that fully eliminate the mechanical shutter and aperture mechanisms like on cell phones.
very expensive for this camera, apparently this is the only down side, uk gbp £450+ with 14-40mm lens kit, however for extra 40-200mm lens is only £599 this is a bargain because alone this lens is £270+
The price of G1 had already dropped about $150.- in a short time since the introduction, I expect the price for the GH1 will be the same way.....hopefully...
ok i see the pic of the lady with the trees and wtare etc but if i got the 45-200mm am i right in saying that i should get better blurr than that pic?
The manual focus system is awsome. Just perfect. I hope Pentax does this as well with the APS-C sized sensor like Samsung does. For K-mount, which I think Samsung is doing.
That's a bad comparison. It's like a cell without a camera, and to be frank: I want to call people with my cell, not take photos, just like I want to take photos with my photo camera and not take videos. People are greedy and want all-in-one's, which always means compromises though.
Well, an opinion is just an opinion, and quite frankly I don't really care as to why you felt the need to be critical of mine. The thing is, it's standard now. Like inked newspapers verses parchment. lol whatever
Actully i think theres a few lenses and i think you can buy an adaptor to put DSLR lenses on, no movie mode great :) its anoying when all they talk about is "oh look we added HD movie mode to our stills camera" if you can get a stills camera for about £174.99 that has HD then why are most camcorders SD?
Actually, no. As of 4/05/09 there are exactly two lenses available for micro 4/3, including the one that comes with the camera. A third one is slated for spring. This is a brand new mount design so it will take a while. An adaptor is available to allow the original standard 4/3 lenses to be used and I've seen an adapter online that supposedly allows other lens mounts to be used but have yet to find anyone who actually has used one.
And I agree with you, movie mode smuvie mode, who cares.
I've been away... 1st time I've seen you presented in HiDef. and have to say, I've never seen your shirt looking as attractive as it does here in all of YouTube's moving 1280x720 pixel glory!
Why do imbecile's think that this is the FULL review, it is just a fraction of the review. The site has 8 very full pages, with results and comparisons. And the video feature is only a small part of the written review, and the G1 is meant for the more practical, everyday photographer, who want the use of video on the go. And gordon, did not say an external strobe is a good idea, he was just stating the fact, and if he didn't state it then you'd bash him for not speaking of it.
A smaller body will not accommodate external flash well. Smaller flash also means less power. Smaller will have less quality but portability. Laptop vs PC
@cameralabs hi thanks for the review. I was wondering how does this compare to more popular SLRs such as Canon 60d?
Gerarddddddddddddddd 1 month ago
@Gerarddddddddddddddd To be fair you should compare the newer Lumix G3. I really like it, although again to be fair, it's more aimed against upper-entry-level DSLRs like the T3i / 600D than the 60D. There's loads of details in my reviews of both at cameralabs . com...
cameralabs 1 month ago
yo kiero 1a
mosviil 2 months ago
hi Gordon... uhmm would you recomend a camera such as this to sports enthusiast?
yobmas722 4 months ago
@yobmas722 Yes, or one of the newer models like the G3 or Sony NEX 5N...
cameralabs 4 months ago
@cameralabs thanks.. :)
yobmas722 4 months ago
How long is 40mm zoom? 2x?３ｘ？
kurai6 5 months ago
hey i need help should i get the olympus pen e-p1 or the lumix g2
MrPlaystationboy 6 months ago
Curious, do you see ILCs like the G1's successors kicking the entry level DSLRs off the market before too long? I'm especially curious of the potential of the upcoming NEX-7.
rml695 6 months ago
@rml695 Yes i do, but there's a lot of people to convince...
cameralabs 6 months ago
@cameralabs Agreed. The second the NEX-7 is in stores I'm gonna head on over & take a look at one. I've been considering the D7000 but now that the NEX-7 is coming out it may be just as good if not better. Certainly smashing a full DSLR quality system into a compact camera is an amazing feat, though I think the purists will disagree.
rml695 6 months ago
can this camera record video?
2345Lambo 6 months ago
Thank you so much! Just bought mine and this was super helpful :)
musicbaby756 6 months ago
I bought the E-420 but after comparing it to this G1 camera it's a lot better in all parameters. I sold the E-420 & bought this one instead. Paid around £260 in the UK + battery £80 or £90 from a Panasonic shop here in Bournemouth.
andreipetunin 7 months ago
I can't wait for the g3 review.
johnnyLikeVideo 8 months ago
nice shirt!
armarmbasically 1 year ago
nice shirt!
armarmbasically 1 year ago
thanks for the great review. im thinking of getting this camera over the Nikon Coolpix P100. Which camera do you think is a better choice in terms of picture quality and video quality?
celliott96 1 year ago
This may just be the highest quality Youtube review that I have seen in my life. You just convinced me to buy the camera.
whatpoint77 1 year ago
what is the best lumix g
TheStopHaloMotionist 1 year ago
@LukeyyyxD
If you do not fit a lens, how do you expect the light to be focussed on the sensor?
Were you asking if it could be used with a pinhole?
TheInfamousCulex 1 year ago
This is the best video review I have ever seen. Great Job! This review covers everything for the new owner. Thank you so much for posting this.
CGScammell 1 year ago
hi Gordon, i've got a fz38 from a month and i love it, but in low light shooting, the noise is too heavy for the small sensor so i want to sell it for a G1, with its big sensor, the incredible viewfinder and the 460k and not fixed screen.
The price between the fz38 + accessories and the g1 + basic lens its almoust the same so, i'm doing a good thing or not?
Thanks, Enzo from naples!
CannaS88 1 year ago
you're the best!
CannaS88 1 year ago
@apindayer10 yeah, it means you can only take photos. but lumix have a new camera out called the G2, it's basically the same but it does video.
amyscoollikethat 1 year ago
sony nex is the smallest DSLR
m75videos 1 year ago
@m75videos did you check the date of this review? I've also reviewed the NEX 5 at cameralabs . com - and neither it nor the G1 are DSLRs becuase they don't have mirrors or optical viewfinders.
cameralabs 1 year ago 11
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Hi Gordon! I just want you start by saying your website has been very helpful!! I only go there for advise on how to use my DSLR...
Will you be reviewing the Panasonic G2? how does it compare to the GH1?
many thanks,
Aelx
kungura 1 year ago
Hi Gordon! I just want you start by saying your website has been very helpful!! I only go there for advise on how to use my DSLR...
Will you be reviewing the Panasonic G2? how does it compare to the GH1?
many thanks,
Aelx
kungura 1 year ago
Hi Gorden, thanks for this viedo, great tour! I was wondering if you could help me. I bought this camera 2 days ago & as I'm learning to use it. For some reason I can't access some of the menu option like in your video @ 7:00 when I press the Q.menu the 6 first options are greyed out. Would you have any idea why this is happening? thanks
Frenuk 1 year ago
@Frenuk Maybe you are in Auto mode, which removes most of the settings. Try Program P mode.
cameralabs 1 year ago 4
@cameralabs: You're star!!!! I should have realised this! Oh and thanks you for replying so quick
Frenuk 1 year ago
i got this camera today :) and i love it !!!
foreveremo 1 year ago
@hoyKEBIN
Thanks for that!
sarith21 1 year ago
I really don't see why this is better than a D40... I read a tech review in the Economist and got excited because they made it seem like it would be as small as a compact digital camera but it's not really, is it?
sarith21 1 year ago
@sarith21 this is old. look at the lumix g2. wayy better
hoyKEBIN 1 year ago
thank you for the review,excellent.
i just bought this in greece from a shop it had it on offer from 700E to only 249E!!!
kostis007 2 years ago
Hi I,m new to the game and looking to buy a digital camera, Bridge or DSLR, was told DSLRS have far better image quality as they have a bigger sensor looking at the reviews on cameralabs quite liked this Lumix DMC-G1, but in the cameralabs real life resolution test the G1 is compared to the cannon SX10 which I presume has a smaller sensor, but I thought the image quality of the SX10 was slightly better so my theory of bigger sensor better quality isnt holding up, any info advise wellcome.
Nellyseggs 2 years ago
Look at the noise results too.
cameralabs 2 years ago
@cameralabs At the end you say it doesnt have a movie mode, but i see it says video mode next to a button, does this camera shoot videos?
RawsWave 1 year ago
@RawsWave Do you mean the button which says' film mode'? That just applies different colour styles. The G1 does not have video recording.
cameralabs 1 year ago 2
@cameralabs Ah i see, thanks for the help!
RawsWave 1 year ago
@weebromat you would know if you watched the first 30 seconds of the video.
principle001 2 years ago
just bought one for 400 quid :) not bad!
NAkersDouglas 2 years ago
@NAkersDouglas i bought it for 249 euros!
kostis007 2 years ago
@kostis007 whoa my parents got ripped off, mine was over 550 euro, where did you buy yours?
foreveremo 1 year ago
@foreveremo from a greek shop
it was an offer for 24 hours for limited stock.
i got really lucky!
kostis007 1 year ago
@kostis007 and how much did you pay?
SwitchFakieNollie 1 year ago
@SwitchFakieNollie 249 euros for the camera body and the 14-45 lens
kostis007 1 year ago
@kostis007 Thats cheap. Is it ANY good then? :)
SwitchFakieNollie 1 year ago
@SwitchFakieNollie yes i like it .but im a bit noob in the dslr section and im still trying to learn the 423523523 different settings :D
kostis007 1 year ago
Hi Gordon, if i may I'd like to provide you with a little constructive criticism. I've noticed that in many of your videos, your voice is very clear and crisp when you are behind the camera, but then, when you stand in front of it, your voice fades out significantly and, for some, it may be hard to hear. May I suggest you use a clip on mic for your upcoming reviews? Other than that, great work! You are really helpful!
alejandrosoto27 2 years ago 4
I've just bought a new mic I hope to use in the near future, buit part of the problem is an echoey room, but hopefully it'll still be better than before.
cameralabs 2 years ago
hi.
can i use this lens: Tamron AF 75-300mm with the g1? i know that you need a ring but its not a poblem that it doesent have o.i.s.? thanx
OJMayoTheNextOne 2 years ago
You are a very profissional reviewer.
Excellent information, congratulations for a job well done.
quimjoe 2 years ago 45
Apparently it is not a proper dslr-something to do with the viewfinder!
billybxox 2 years ago
I have a choice of this or the cann 1000D.
What should I get?
FadedFire 2 years ago
go to cameralabs . com and check the cons and pros there... i prefer this panasonic over Canon 1000D ... but that doesn't mean G1 is better... Look at lens range as well ...
ogatobranco 2 years ago
Hey im thinking about upgrading from my panasonic fz-28 to an DSLR... would this camera do well at sports photography?
Ufbrian3467 2 years ago
how much does this run?
im looking for a new camera for my ongoing interest in photography (:
spudzy03 2 years ago
Am thinking of getting this camera ,,but please could someone tell me the bad side of it ,av never had a pro camera before and i am wondering if this is the right one for me thanks
yvonned66 2 years ago
Check my review at cameralabs . com - there's a full list of pros and cons there.
cameralabs 2 years ago
i reacently got my first ever camera for starting with (panasonic lumix TZ5) i love photography and this looks like the perfect DSLR to beggin with
liamjc123 2 years ago
is this better than the nikon d60?
lillen300 2 years ago
what's the optical zoom? with lens and without. thank you
x363262726x 2 years ago
45/14=3.2zoom
kostis007 2 years ago
Hey, nice review.
I am a car photographer and I like to film fast cars in action as well as take photographs. I need a DSLR like this but it has to be able to take movies and have good sound quality.
Does this camera have this function and if not what would you recommend?
-George
SupercarsUK 2 years ago
Didn't I mention that this model didn't have a movie mode? The new GH1 version does though - see my rpeview at cameralabs . com.
cameralabs 2 years ago
Very well presented. A++++
muhideen 2 years ago
I have perused the CameraLabs site, and hadn't noticed any GH1 review yet. I was wondering if there were any plans to review the GH1 separately from the G1.
IRoyGBivUV 2 years ago
There are plans to do a full review, but in the meantime I have a detailed preview along with high ISO noise results for the camera versus the D90 and SX1 IS. See the preview section in the upper left corner of the front page.
cameralabs 2 years ago
Is it an SLR? I am doing GCSE photography and I have been told to get a DSLR, would this be suitable?? Please reply ASAP THANKS =]
GadgetGirl1995 2 years ago
Technically speaking it is not a DSLR becuase it doesn't have a mirror or an optical viewfinder. But it does have a big sensor and interchangeable lenses like a DSLR, along with control over depth of field, so I think it would be ok. See my review at cameralabs . com for full details. You should probably also check with the course people, but to be honest, they may not have come across this kind of camera before.
cameralabs 2 years ago
thanks =]
GadgetGirl1995 2 years ago
hi thanks very much!
sands7 2 years ago
Hi there
Thanks for a great video. I just wanted to know if this camera takes good night shots... I love taking fotos of city scapes in the evening, esp in NY. What would the quailty be like of say, for example, the Manhattan skyline in the evening?
sands7 2 years ago
If you're using a tripod, shoot with a low ISO and the results will be great with any camera. You can see sample images from the G1 in my review at cameralabs . com, and tips on night photography at dslrtips . com.
cameralabs 2 years ago
This camera is really atractive.
But i really want to know if the G1 is better or Olympus' E-620 which have the same retail price and the E 620's Art Filters is quite tempting. I'm really hoping to see Gordon's Video tour of the 620.
PershingSOCOM 2 years ago
I will be doing a video of the E-620 in the future, but can't say when. In the meantime, I have already published my full review of the E-620 at cameralabs . com!
cameralabs 2 years ago
hi there,
i was wondering, what is the price for this camera?
piratebarbos 2 years ago
Click the link to the right of the video window to go to my full review - there's up-to-date prices there.
cameralabs 2 years ago
look online
easynow112 2 years ago
What is abture? please reply :)
MrRhysSir 2 years ago
aperture*
fallenembers08 2 years ago
thanks for the information, yes i want the video and also still image.. over all do u think i will GO for lumix GH1? i will use it for movie and independent film, as well as the still image for promotion.. please advice me.. D90 or GH1. please make time to answer this message thank a lot ....
profgerwinmeneses 2 years ago
i saw this camera omg the navy blue 1 is superb attractive with micro4/3 lens .... slim and outlook pwns all other olympus camera =D
keyzin 2 years ago 2
I had the G1 in hands and I must say this camera is just awesome !
I'm using a 1000D with some great lenses, that's the reason why I didn't buy the G1 (only a few lenses available, but excellent lenses though ..).
The build quality and the design made me fell in love with the G1, and I'm looking forward to buying one as a 2nd camera ..
golfcharlie232 2 years ago
We have several active threads on the G1 in the cameralabs forum if you fancy posting some comments there too!
cameralabs 2 years ago
It's a great camera.
Chanesmyname 2 years ago
thank's verey mutch.
can i ask .
what's the good butwon nikon p80 and panasonic G1?
llovedead 2 years ago
i know dslr take better photos but im a amautre photographer and im down to cameras i thinking about panasonic lumix fz28 or the panasonic g1 is it werth getting g1?
photographyman101 2 years ago
Well the G1 has a much bigger sensor than the FZ28, so is better for low light - see my review at cameralabs . com and feel free to discuss your options in the forum at cameralabs...
cameralabs 2 years ago
thanks gordin
photographyman101 2 years ago
Great as always gordon, thanks for the update...
: )
mike22490 2 years ago
Panasonic Lumix GH1 with HD video is soo ridiculously expensive at $1500. I would never be able to afford it.
LTF85199 2 years ago
Why is there noise when shooting? The mirror is gone. Is that electronically generated for aural feedback? If so can it be shut off?
Also, any plans for a portrait grip with built in battery pack?
DrBones666 2 years ago
The mirror's gone, but there's still a physical shutter - that's what you can hear.
cameralabs 2 years ago
Shutter? Okay, I'm an idiot, no doubt of it, but why oh why does a DIGITAL camera still need a shutter?
Just when I was ready to purchase a DSLR I now feel it's time to wait a few months again. I really want to read some detailed reviews of the GH-1. Video or not to video, that is the question.
DrBones666 2 years ago
It depends on the sensor type whether it needs a shutter or not. I agree though, it's a shame they couldn't implement a silent operation. PS - I have a preview of the GH1 at cameralabs . com...
cameralabs 2 years ago
Thank you for your kind replies and yes, I saw the preview. very good work but I want to see a full fledged review and then I want people to buy it and report back on it. Thank goodness memory cards have become cheap.
DrBones666 2 years ago
It would be highly innovative if some day someone develop a virtual shutter that fully eliminate the mechanical shutter and aperture mechanisms like on cell phones.
LTF85199 2 years ago
There are actually a lot of people using this camera with leica lenses using the mount described below:
search flickr with the keywords Lumix G1
rytweediecullen 2 years ago
Great review of our G1!
LivingHD 2 years ago 2
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must expensive not good
better is eos450 d
joyx81 2 years ago
Cool im still leaning towards the canon sx1
king14rk 3 years ago
Amazing camera.
Lightweight, feature-packed..
Thanks, Gordon.
Darken3dEdge 3 years ago
Panasonic just announced G1 with video capability called "GH1".
Google it, and you'll get many hits.
allgoo19 3 years ago
Head on over to cameralabs . com where I have a preview...
cameralabs 3 years ago
That was so quick.
Thanks Gordon, I'll check it out.
allgoo19 3 years ago
Gordon, there 's no link to GH1 in the home page of cameralab. Only link I found was in the forum.
allgoo19 3 years ago
There should be! It's at the top of the front page!
cameralabs 3 years ago
I found it.
It seems that Panasonic made it clear they are serious about video feature by putting stereo microphones where most visible.
Now I'm searching for the price.
Any idea?
allgoo19 3 years ago
very expensive for this camera, apparently this is the only down side, uk gbp £450+ with 14-40mm lens kit, however for extra 40-200mm lens is only £599 this is a bargain because alone this lens is £270+
atyl1972 3 years ago
atyl1972:
Thanks for the info.
I'm in no hurry and the time is on my side.
I'll wait till the right time comes. ^_^
The price of G1 had already dropped about $150.- in a short time since the introduction, I expect the price for the GH1 will be the same way.....hopefully...
allgoo19 3 years ago
gordon will this camera give me a good depth of field where my subject is in focus but the background is blurry??
atyl1972 3 years ago
See the gallery page of my G1 review at cameralabs . com...
cameralabs 3 years ago
ok i see the pic of the lady with the trees and wtare etc but if i got the 45-200mm am i right in saying that i should get better blurr than that pic?
atyl1972 3 years ago
I can only spend a few minutes a day on youtube, so if you have any Qs, feel free to post in the cameralabs forum!
cameralabs 3 years ago
The manual focus system is awsome. Just perfect. I hope Pentax does this as well with the APS-C sized sensor like Samsung does. For K-mount, which I think Samsung is doing.
SpeedFreakNO 3 years ago
A real revolutionart digital camera compare to those evolution from other brands. Can't wait for the HD version, G2 maybe.
jxing0429 3 years ago
Do you know what HD means?
kevbodian 3 years ago
I mean HD video.
jxing0429 3 years ago
Thanks for the upload!!
allgoo19 3 years ago
i really love this camera, best part is its swivel lcd!
SRHawk24 3 years ago
great review...but no movie mode? That's like a cell phone without a color screen.
yardsnacker 3 years ago
That's a bad comparison. It's like a cell without a camera, and to be frank: I want to call people with my cell, not take photos, just like I want to take photos with my photo camera and not take videos. People are greedy and want all-in-one's, which always means compromises though.
1p2o3i 3 years ago
Well, an opinion is just an opinion, and quite frankly I don't really care as to why you felt the need to be critical of mine. The thing is, it's standard now. Like inked newspapers verses parchment. lol whatever
yardsnacker 3 years ago
This camara is way too late getting into the market...looks like a good product though
a68rebel 3 years ago
i like it.
CheeseBubbles 3 years ago
Sorry can't get excited about this camera.
jpickles 3 years ago
No Movie Mode: Killed that camera
No lenses available :(
Love the articulating LCD
Love the Micro Four Thirds Technology
Love the Size and Convenience of interchangeable lenses and manual hand zoom and focusing!
LTF85199 3 years ago
Actully i think theres a few lenses and i think you can buy an adaptor to put DSLR lenses on, no movie mode great :) its anoying when all they talk about is "oh look we added HD movie mode to our stills camera" if you can get a stills camera for about £174.99 that has HD then why are most camcorders SD?
moviesunrated 3 years ago 2
Actually, no. As of 4/05/09 there are exactly two lenses available for micro 4/3, including the one that comes with the camera. A third one is slated for spring. This is a brand new mount design so it will take a while. An adaptor is available to allow the original standard 4/3 lenses to be used and I've seen an adapter online that supposedly allows other lens mounts to be used but have yet to find anyone who actually has used one.
And I agree with you, movie mode smuvie mode, who cares.
hamstersniffer 2 years ago
is there someplace where i can see the shutter speed preview in action?
fr3d3r1ck84 3 years ago
Hi Gorden,
I've been away... 1st time I've seen you presented in HiDef. and have to say, I've never seen your shirt looking as attractive as it does here in all of YouTube's moving 1280x720 pixel glory!
You ROCK!
2Old4Toys 3 years ago
And may I congratulate you today on your 101 videos here on the tube. Every one of them are simply excellent!
5 stars
2Old4Toys 3 years ago
Thanks! And glad you like the HD presentation! Make sure you visit cameralabs . com for the full review...
cameralabs 3 years ago
yes, like everyone else is saying, very interesting camera.
*ponders for some odd reason*
colinstu 3 years ago
The control system of the camera is remarkable, it looks very user friendly.
Mojogasm 3 years ago
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colinstu 3 years ago
Why are cameras reviewed based on movie mode? Has the definition of camera been changed already?
edmondov 3 years ago
Why do imbecile's think that this is the FULL review, it is just a fraction of the review. The site has 8 very full pages, with results and comparisons. And the video feature is only a small part of the written review, and the G1 is meant for the more practical, everyday photographer, who want the use of video on the go. And gordon, did not say an external strobe is a good idea, he was just stating the fact, and if he didn't state it then you'd bash him for not speaking of it.
dryan2 3 years ago 3
A smaller body will not accommodate external flash well. Smaller flash also means less power. Smaller will have less quality but portability. Laptop vs PC
edmondov 3 years ago
very interesting camera
galileo021728 3 years ago
interesting camera
mattutubematt 3 years ago
Yeah great review, and a very interesting camera.
JadedBeliever 3 years ago
awesome review thanks so much!
emojman 3 years ago 4