Panasonic Lumix G2 - Video Review

What Digital Camera's video review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 Micro Four Thirds camera. The latest edition to the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) market adds 720p HD movie capture and a 3inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD. What Digital Camera tests out the Lumix G2.

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Science & Technology

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• Panasonic
• Lumix
• G2
• DMC
• Review
• Test
• Preview
• Video
• Sample
• Verdict
• Movie
• 720p
• HD
• touchscreen
• WhatDigitalCamera
• MicroFourThirds

[Nqrgaard]

I have a Lumix G2

What is the best quality to film in? Motion JPEG or AVCHD lite?

[WhatDigitalCamera]

@Nqrgaard  AVCHD offers the best quality/compression balance

[javyuma]

What do you mean by not technically a DSLR? I just bought this from next searching DSLR.

[WhatDigitalCamera]

@javyuma It isn't a DSLR because it doesn't have a reflex mirror passing the light coming through the lens to an optical viewfinder. This is what defines a DSLR, not the ability to change lenses. Technically they're Compact System Cameras, but not many people know that term yet.

[Shamurocksuk1]

I am currently using a "Point n Shoot" camera but looking into moving more towards a DSLR type camera so I can create more creative photos and more professional shots. I am looking into this camera as a place to start, would anybody be able to recommend if this is a wise choice or suggest a better alternative. Bearing in mind the price of the G2 is in the upper bracket of my budget.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

[WhatDigitalCamera]

@Shamurocksuk1 There's no straight answer for everyone. It depends on so many things - what you shoot, what lenses you might want in future, what quality level and build quality you require, and personal tastes. The G2 is a good step up from a compact. Small, light, hi-tech, reasonable results. But it s a bit plasticky for some, image quality can be bettered with many DSLRs, and lens choice is a bit limited (unless you buy an adaptor).

[WhatDigitalCamera]

@Mirtzs It can record up to 29 mins 59 secs. No still cameras record for longer because they'd be classified as video cameras which attract higher import duties.

[shauniemcneil]

How the hell do I get my Video's up on my computer? I can get my pictures up but i look in every file and my video's are no where to be seen, I have an 8GB card & have even put it into other camera's to see if they would come up but no such luck, They are there on my camera, Trying to find them on my computer is a mission... Can anyone help?

[Tulkoju]

So, what makes an DSLR superior?

Now I have a Sony Alpha 350 DSLR, but I have the feeling that it wasn't designed by photographers because some menu items take too long to adjust. What I like about the Panasonic Lumix G2 is that it has quick access buttons, it's light and compact and very quick and has HD video. Also, I really miss the swivel screen I had on my Canon Powershot.

So, my question is, beyond personal preferences, WHAT IS THIS CAMERA MISSING in comparison with DSLR cameras?

[TheDeeb97]

Is this better than the Olympus E-P2 and also is the touchscheen as bad as the GF2?

[markkirker]

the opening sound is very similar to the beginning of the mentalist

[1pnoe]

@WhatDigitalCamera That is a very interesting fact.

[JAAWScooters]

which is better this camera or a eos 1100d?

[DancingStar1510]

it works with pcs right? :L xxx

[Nqrgaard]

@shredmiester4000

Okay what should i use?

[shredmiester4000]

@Nqrgaard Mjpeg is the best quality, AVCHD is the best compression.

[Rohhaut]

@SohnVids So go for "DSLR Reviews" on yt - and of course on sites like xy, xy and xy - you'll find your camera... 'kay, think of PENTAX.