The Panasonic GH5S is the latest mirrorless camera that excels amazingly in low light. Thanks to a new dual ISO 10.2-megapixel sensor, this camera offers amazing performance in low-light situations.The reduced resolution of the previous GH5 models may seem like a downgrade, but the reduced resolutions allows for a higher native ISO -- the GH5S has a native ISO of 51200 -- granting the camera reduced noise in low-light situations. Early tests of the camera have shown its ability to be exceptional, and while there is a reduction in the quality of photos, the increased performance in dark situations sets this camera apart from its competitors.
The Panasonic GH5S is primarily designed to be a video camera, and can record Cinema 4K at 30 or 60 frames per second. It also comes pre-installed with V-LogL software for color grading, increased support for external mics and a code in and code out feature to better sync footage with multiple cameras. Unfortunately, the GH5S does not come equipped with in-body stabilization, but this does seem to indicate the marketing of the camera for more professional users, as they often already have external stabilization units.
Low-Light Performance Cameras
The Panasonic GH5S Ditches Some Quality for Low-Light Performance
Trend Themes
1. Low-light Performance Cameras - Low-light performance cameras with higher native ISOs and reduced resolutions for less noise in dark situations are disrupting traditional camera offerings.
2. Mirrorless Cameras - The rise of mirrorless cameras to meet increased performance demands in low-light situations especially for professional video use is a market disruption.
3. Professional Video Cameras - Mirrorless cameras with low-light performance like the Panasonic GH5S are disrupting high-end professional video camera offerings such as Canon's C100 Mark II.
Industry Implications
1. Camera Manufacturing - Innovative camera manufacturers that can produce market-disruptive low-light performance camera sensors with high native ISO capabilities will dominate future demand.
2. Video Production - Professional video production companies that leverage new mirrorless cameras with low-light performance capabilities will meet client demands and innovate in their industry.
3. Cinema Production - Cinema production companies with larger budgets can further disrupt the market by leveraging technology like the GH5S for increased performance and reduced noise in dark, high-intensity settings.