Looking to upgrade from a Lumix GX7 for Clean HDMI Output

I think the em52 can stream clean live.

Don

Lotsofquestions said:

Hi there!
I have a Lumix GX7 with the Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 Aspherical G Series Lens and the Panasonic H-HS12035 LUMIX G X VARIO 12-35mm/F2.8 ASPH X Series Lens that I loved using, but I wanted to upgrade to a camera that could I could use to livestream with my audio interface set up that I have to record music. I primarily used the camera for family events, but will likely use it most of the time as livestream camera. I am tight on money, but I just want the best bang up for the buck, while being able to use the two lenses that I have. Any suggestions?
Thank you in advance!

Click to expand...

Used GH4 or GH5 - or new GH4 - and both support triggering a number of outboard recorders (among a number of other helpful features).

Assuming you wanted to stick with Micro 4/3's, not explicitly clear from your question, i.e. are you looking to/okay with switching systems?

Take a look at the DC-GX9, It is kind of thought of as the spiritual successor of the GX7, and has a retractable door over the micro-HDMI port and micro-USB ports on the side. It does exhibit some rolling shutter in 4K, but is very good at FHD.

Otherwise a DC-G9 would be a step-up price wise, but does allow for 4K, and with the $99 DMW-SFU1, it does 4K 10-bit internal, making it much closer to the pricier GH5. Also, given that you have Panasonic Lenses, the DFD system in the G9 should allow for faster AF speeds

I used to be adamant about keeping the mft cameras, but these days, I’m willing to go for bulkier cameras if it means better quality for less money. However, I am kind of hesitant to switch because of the hassle of trying to sell everything

Ty! Will look into that camera!

Will look into both!

You have to watch out for recording time limits, battery life (does it have a battery pass through, or USB direct power), and overheating.

Mirrorless cameras aren't built for livestreaming. They generally will manage it, but only for a limited time.

A simple dedicated video camera might be a better option?

--
sullivangeorge.photo

Ty all! Got a used gh4 for 350!

stateit said:

You have to watch out for recording time limits, battery life (does it have a battery pass through, or USB direct power), and overheating.

Mirrorless cameras aren't built for livestreaming. They generally will manage it, but only for a limited time.

Click to expand...

Where did you hear that ? ive been streaming live for years via hdmi even in 40 c temperatures . 13 hours at a time. its the biggest advantage of m43 system

Don

stateit said:

A simple dedicated video camera might be a better option?

Click to expand...

stateit said:

You have to watch out for recording time limits, battery life (does it have a battery pass through, or USB direct power), and overheating.

Mirrorless cameras aren't built for livestreaming. They generally will manage it, but only for a limited time.

A simple dedicated video camera might be a better option?

Click to expand...

I don't know which mirrorless cameras you have used, but the Panasonic GH series are very good for long term streaming as far as heat. And as for power, there are a number of after-market solutions that allow any GH3/4/5, G9 to run for virtually unlimited times. The ones I use take Sonly L series batteries and can run the cameras for a couple of days on two of the larger batteries.

If you do not need the dedicated features of a "purpose-built" video camera, the GH series are very hard to beat for video and live-streaming.