Panasonic G80/85 for events

goncalomp wrote:

Hey everyone,

A little update, so after realising the 2.8 zooms would not suit my needs I invested in a 15 1.7 + 45 1.8 and a 350o godox flash. I have been taking this setup along with my dslr (nikon d750+primes) to events and have been testing it extensively. Here are my main conclusions.

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-I love using the system, it is so portable and fast I feel agile, almost like a ninja! I love the freedom it gives me.

-Editing two different cameras is a chore, the colors/saturation/etc look so different from one another.

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-The files require more care, they are not so elastic as the d750, I have to proper expose and think more carfully before taking the shot or noise will be there.

-I have been spoiled by nikons amazing ttl system. To get the results I like with the godox I have to use it in manual mode, old school syle. Also the flash is so tiny that I am considering adding a modifier so that the light is more even.

-The af is super fast, even in disco settings with people dancing.

-2 batteries last me a long long time, I was not expecting that!

-With the 45 1.8 there is enough subject isolation for some "pop", not as much as the nikon but enough for the look I am looking for.

For this setup to be complete I only need a 75 1.8 and an extra camera and I might just start to leave the Nikon in the bag and who knows, maybe even do a full switch.

Sigma's new 56mm f/1.4 is compact, thrifty and breaks resolution records according to LensTip. If you don't need the length then I'd recommend it. (Note: legend has it that the 75mm was designed by Sigma for Olympus.)

If I invest in a new m43 camera what camera would have the same colors as the g85? Do all models have different color science or if I pick up another camera from that generation it will look the same (gx8 for example)?

To my eye, there has been a significant improvement in the JPEG engine for the post-GH5 cameras: G9/GX9/GH5S (based upon online samples with good lenses.)

The GX8 has a 20mp sensor, so may not perfectly match the 16mp G85.

The G9 has fallen dramatically in price with rebates etc. The 18mp splicing from 6K Photo mode, faster AF and video AF, grip option, ergonomy (WB button etc), huge EVF - to me these spell event-photography-perfection if you can find a good deal.

My advice: Use the money you save by buying the Sigma 56mm to afford the G9.

Good luck!