Panasonic Lumix GX8 Review

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  • Опубліковано 31 гру 2024

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  • @ginat4570
    @ginat4570 5 годин тому

    I have watched a good number of reviews of the Panasonic Lumix GX8, but I must say, yours is the most thorough and well-rounded. I bought a used GX8 before Christmas and I absolutely love it. I had a GX85 and traded it for another camera a few years ago. I always pined for that GX85 after I traded it. No more of that now. I am really enjoying the GX8. It seems to have a better grip and is just a better walkabout camera for me.
    Thank you for a great rundown of the camera. You noted a few items that I did not realize and I will have to look into the next time I take it out. Have a lovely 2025. All the best.

  • @Outtheresomewherewild
    @Outtheresomewherewild 7 років тому +25

    About 6 months ago I sold my eos 5d mkiii 70 - 200mm f2.8, 24 - 105mm and 50mm f1.4 and Upgraded to the GX8 annd equivalent lenses.
    I travel alot. A combination of weight, features, video quality and performance made it a no brainer.
    Have not looked back since !!!

    • @sashkagvs
      @sashkagvs 7 років тому

      Mark Seath any experience with shutter shock??

    • @Outtheresomewherewild
      @Outtheresomewherewild 7 років тому +1

      No ....there has been a firmware update .....I now set my e-shutter to auto and the camera decides if there is going to be shutter shock and use"s e-shutter in that case......It has never happened since then again.....Loving my camera !!!

    • @dallinpeterson7
      @dallinpeterson7 7 років тому +1

      If I were going to get just one lens for travel for now, which one would you recommend?

    • @medley4570
      @medley4570 6 років тому +3

      @@dallinpeterson7 I know you asked this question a year ago, but in case others are investigating micro four thirds and have the same question:
      I travel a lot and have been a m43 user since 2009. A couple of years ago I sold a few lenses I used to travel with and bought the Lumix 14-140, which is just about the perfect all-around lens for travel.
      I have 9 or so various lenses for m43, but still bring the 14-140 with me pretty much everywhere I go.

  • @claudioarakaki
    @claudioarakaki 6 років тому +1

    On Febuary of 2018 I mafe my decision to buy this GX8 camera after watching your well explanatory review.
    Mine was bought almost new with 14-140 mm 3.5 to 5.6 lens.
    I am willing to buy some lenses to get more of its great foto and video capabilities:
    8-18 mm, f/2.8-4.0 for wide shots
    20 mm f/1.7 for compactness
    42.5 f/1.7 for portraits
    Keep doing this great work!

  • @robertscott4601
    @robertscott4601 6 років тому +4

    Hi Adrian, the problem of focusing you refer to can easily be overcome by setting up the camera to use back button focus, instructions can be found online. It nails focus instantly in any shooting situation, great video, thanks. Rob.

  • @pyribat
    @pyribat 7 років тому +2

    I really liked your video, both the clear presentation and the content. I came across it by accident, somewhat late perhaps as I already own 2 GX8 bodies. I quite like the function buttons but not particularly where Panasonic chose to put them. The display button is my biggest bugbear as I keep accidentally pressing it with the heel of my hand whereupon it brings up the level guide across the screen. This placement of buttons has also been a minor irritation on previous Lumix models I have owned such as the G2, G6 and G7.
    However, having said that I have had some very pleasing results with this camera. I have sold off all my original Lumix lenses and now mainly use the newish Leica 12-60mm f2.8, and the Lumix 35-100mm f2.8. The dual stabilisation has been very useful in photography in cathedrals, with sharp results even at 1/15th of a second handheld.
    I haven't experienced the lock-up problem with either of them, but I did have it happen a couple of times on my LX100 (another great little camera). I eventually found that it only did this when I was using my spare non-Panasonic battery.
    Having owned Canon SLRs in the past I never dreamed that in future my photography would be centred on Panasonic, but as you can tell from the above I am now rather keen on them, each model significantly improving on the previous ones.

  • @albertdesalvo7273
    @albertdesalvo7273 6 років тому +6

    Really enjoyed watching this excellent review. Will be buying the GX8 body, along with the 12 - 35/2.8 ll lens. Subscribed!

  • @marcin3179
    @marcin3179 7 років тому +6

    Nice video. You can definitely zoom in while previewing in EVF. Just use your back dial to zoom in / out and cursor buttons to move in any direction.

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  7 років тому +3

      Awesome, it just keeps getting better! Thanks for letting us know :-)

  • @andymurdoch7864
    @andymurdoch7864 7 років тому +1

    I ditched my Canon 5D + lenses in favor of the GX7 now upgraded to GX8 and will never go back. Awesome results and I agree with all the comments for using mirrorless cameras.

  • @grantdixon230
    @grantdixon230 5 років тому +2

    Nice presentation. Just one critical observation. Your side by side comparison of the two lenses makes the common error of saying they are equivalent. when comparing lenses designed and used with different sensor formats you have to calculate for the crop factor, BOTH IN FOCAL LENGTH AND APERTURE. i.e. f2.8 in mft is f5.6 in FF (2 x crop factor)

    • @brianagee2790
      @brianagee2790 5 років тому

      This is true. I still own the gx8 and several lenses but I've had to be honest with myself about the actual aperture I'm using. Just know you can't be shooting so much in dark areas unless using a decent, fixed focal lens with a good aperture.

  • @brucecggallagher1949
    @brucecggallagher1949 6 років тому +1

    excellent and well balanced review Adrian. I've used MFT for about 7 years now. I have the Olympus Omd Em1 but I want a camera with the fully articulating screen plus I realize that I prefer the Panasonic colour science compared to the Olympus (I used to have the Lumix GH2). Cheers from British Columbia....PS the Sigma 30mm f1.4 looks like a very good deal and with great iq too.

  • @ninacleven7889
    @ninacleven7889 7 років тому +3

    I have a Nikon D600 and the Panasonic GX8 and will take the Panasonic with me over the Nikon 99% of the time. Love this camera although the Fn buttons are not always to my liking, accidentally touched the Fn5 button and lost the use of my rear adjustment knob so I couldn't set my shutter speed in manual mode until I figured out which button I had touched. Overall picture quality is great, as you mentioned and the camera is fun to use.

    • @ginat4570
      @ginat4570 5 годин тому

      Haha yes! I inadvertently hit the DISP button constantly. I hope to find a way to disable it!

  • @blackwingvisuals5017
    @blackwingvisuals5017 5 років тому +1

    Lol I use this camera in my studio every day! My one wish is this camera with the S1/ nikon d750 sensor in it it's the same sensor in case you were wondering. The ergonomics of it are unbeatable! It sells second hand for more than its replacement! I have a 750D but it hardly ever use it. I think the gx7 and the gh3 take better jpegs more pleasing to look at under controlled lighting situations. Not sure why but they are just more appealing to me. Have 2 gx7s can't sell them as they still perform well. Not tried the G9 looking forward to is though! And also not tried the S1/ S1R. I use minolta lenses on my Panasonic cameras mostly with fotodiox adapters. Do what works for you! Drop the preconceptions they are misconceptions!! Oh and live with the lockup! Drop the battery and it's fixed it's pros outweigh this issue! They are cheap enough I have a few you can't go wrong! :)

  • @fabulous-sport-outdoors
    @fabulous-sport-outdoors 7 років тому +2

    Yes very interesting..I was already half-convinced and curious about this system, but now I'm definitely going to add a gx8 to my kit. Nice video, thanks for sharing, and.. keep up the good work! 👍

  • @TheEdudo
    @TheEdudo 7 років тому +1

    based on your smile i did choose well with mine gx8, it is my first DLSM, the very first digital camera besides my phone. I decided for this format because there is a wide selection on cheap prime lenses, but they are incredible good lenses for not too much money, the price for a single nikkor 500 mm aps-c cost twice as much as my entire equipment: the body, one lumix g x telephoto up to 150mm, and two primes 60mm sigma and 25mm panasonic. Right now i am looking for a 14mm for 180 USD. It has been super fun to go out and take pictures of people, to some of them i even send their pictures on whatsapp. I am very pleased with this camera system.

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  7 років тому

      Interested in your lenses as I'm new to the system. I will be getting the 20mm pancake lens, I thing it's incredible. Good luck, keep us posted. If you want to share some pics you should come over to my photography group facebook.com/groups/slrcoaching/

  • @bilbobaggins4913
    @bilbobaggins4913 7 років тому +1

    Hi thanks for the good honest vid. I have a Gx80 that I love using, but since getting hold of the 100-400mm (very good little miracle), I am considering the gx8 mainly for the better viewfinder and handling. Gx8 looks a bit big in comparison to the gx80, will need to try one.

  • @laneys9189
    @laneys9189 6 років тому +1

    having trouble with focus on this camera - even when I use manual...seems to be fine in good light but not good in low light...I have great lenses too...can you post some videos about this...ae/af lock-focus modes and exposure modes....

  • @MileyonDisney
    @MileyonDisney 4 роки тому +1

    Would you (or your viewers) have any idea why I can't upgrade the firmware on a Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 to ver. 2.2? It currently has ver. 1.1. I've downloaded the upgrade from Panasonic's website twice and followed the procedure precisely. Fully-charged battery, SD card formatted in camera, etc. I sure could use some help with this. Thanks!

  • @stevedubbs3319
    @stevedubbs3319 5 років тому +1

    absoulutely amazing video thank you so much!!!! im getting one!!

  • @mt-nv4jd
    @mt-nv4jd 2 роки тому

    I have the 5Diii and 7D backup. I'd like another small camera, just don't really need one.

  • @michaeldouglaskemp3204
    @michaeldouglaskemp3204 10 місяців тому +1

    So useful thank you.

  • @tonyreitbauer6026
    @tonyreitbauer6026 7 років тому +1

    I agree with everything you mentioned in your video - both the positive as well as negative aspects -, especially the excessive number of FN buttons, which to my great annoyance interfere with my picture-taking as accidentally touching them changes the set-up making me look like a fool because I simply don't know which FN button Ihad touched. What you did not mention is that the camera is not suited for fast sports photography like car racing. Yes, it has the 4K feature but as I prefer single shot activation of the shutter button I revert to my trusty Nikon D300S which has never failed me. The drawback: with a long lens it weighs a ton! But the GX8 just isn't fast enough. We'll be going to the Six Hours of Spa (vintage car racing) in September. I take about 800 pictures a day. Image sorting out 800 shots in 4K mode. That's about 24.000 pikkies! Solution: for action photography the Nikon and for filming the GX8.
    My favourite camera? The little Lumix LX7. Considering the tiny sensor size and knowing the limitations of the camera the photos are mostly sensational.
    Lefty

  • @johndeehan8078
    @johndeehan8078 4 роки тому

    I like your style of reviewing.

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you John! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 🙂

    • @johndeehan8078
      @johndeehan8078 4 роки тому

      You`re welcome Adrian. I like your no nonsense approach.

  • @davidperrin3398
    @davidperrin3398 6 років тому

    Hi Adrian. I've just got this camera yesterday. What can i say I'm blown away at how good it is. I normally use my Nikon D800 and Nikon D750 but after getting this I've not put it down. I love how quick it will focus the colours are great touch screen love it. Thanks for review Adrian. 1 question can this camera's shutter go to bulb mode so i can do long exposure? Cheers Dave

  • @xJustChillz
    @xJustChillz 6 років тому +3

    I’m looking for an upgrade to my GX7 as I do a lot of portraits and a variety of different photography,haven’t used the newer GX8 but was wondering if the GX8 would be better for portraits and general photos than another cameras I’m looking at the canon 6d and the Nikon D600 as I’m looking to towards doing more professional work,If there is any other camera you’d suggest aswell that would be helpful aswell,Thanks Aiden✋🏻

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  6 років тому

      Birchez do you know there’s a GX9 just released? It’s more like your GX7. That said I love the GX8 so you may want to grab one before they discontinue it imminently! Plus there’s a G9 that you should look at for more professional work, it’s gorgeous but a bit more pricy! I’d stick with the Panasonic range though if I were in your shoes. Get the GX8 and invest in some nice glass 😉

  • @TomPalissade
    @TomPalissade 7 років тому

    I did the same but I sold all my Nikon gear first, I bought a G7 about a year and half ago, quite pleased with it, result is I have my camera almost all the time with me 😀 I couldn't stand anymore not to be able to have a flipping screen, a focus touch possibility, I use 4K shots, HDR anytime i need, even multi focusing, using wifi with my phone to send pictures instantly, I don't use 4k video because my iMac is a bit old.
    Great review you said all lol

  • @felippegazio7737
    @felippegazio7737 7 років тому +1

    Did you do the 2.2 firmware upgrade on it? It totally got rid of the camera locking up.

  • @boolioski
    @boolioski 6 років тому +1

    After MUCH research and deliberation I've just purchased a s/h gx8 (only 350 shutter actuations) instead of a brand new gx80 or gx9. Gotta say after watching your video, which somehow passed me by prior to ordering the gx8, I'm even more impatient to receive the camera through the post! However, I wonder whether you'd have made the same decision now that (particularly) the gx9 is available? Great review btw!!

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  6 років тому

      hoolio b haha, but I need the screen to flip round for videoing myself so the gx9 is out 👎

  • @knowitallandtravel
    @knowitallandtravel 5 років тому +1

    Now how do you burst shoot with a flash. What flash unit can dod this with the Gx8??

  • @Tracks777
    @Tracks777 7 років тому

    Fantastic video! Keep it up!

  • @Jorcap
    @Jorcap 7 років тому

    Thanks for the video! I'm searching for a replacement for my old Canon 550D. I'd really love a camera with a proper swivel screen, 4k video, that it can do more than 4 fps photo's..., that has a small size and can be quiet. Searched a lot of models, fujifilm, the outdated Canon Mirrorless cameras, Sony. But this is the first and only camera that feels like, yes, this is it!

  • @zolte
    @zolte 5 років тому

    Good balanced review. Thank you.

  • @russellgascoine7313
    @russellgascoine7313 7 років тому +1

    Nice vlog, I actually downgraded from a full frame Nikon to a Panny GX8 and love everything about this setup.

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  7 років тому +1

      Incredibly intuitive isn't it!

    • @michaelludwig8202
      @michaelludwig8202 7 років тому

      Russell Gascoine I've just traded my Sony A7 mk11 for a gx8,its a far better setup for me.Nothing not to like about the Panny 😎😎😎

  • @A1Bokeh
    @A1Bokeh 4 роки тому +1

    do you still have this camera?

  • @lielbouskila9853
    @lielbouskila9853 6 років тому

    anything to report on the shutter shock? I really wanna buy this camera but im hasitating because i have heard about the shutter shock issue. Should I worry about it?

  • @paulhigginsphotography
    @paulhigginsphotography 4 роки тому

    Adrian - great video - love the enthusiasm - three years on how do you feel?

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  4 роки тому +1

      Still loving it and wish it was a current model

  • @TantraJames
    @TantraJames 7 років тому

    This is a really great review. Thanks! Also, I like your accent.

  • @Tracks777
    @Tracks777 7 років тому

    Nice video man!

  • @NetvoTV
    @NetvoTV 7 років тому

    When will GX9 and GX95 release? Should I get the DSLR style G camera or the rangefinder style GX camera? Does it make a big different in carry and shooting?
    I'm looking for my first camera, was plan for RX10 series to cover wide and super tele but a lot people suggest to get an interchangeable camera so I decide to get A7 III(I don't like A6XXX series because how Sony treat this system) when it's out but it's big so I look for Fuji, I like the straight forward Shutter dial and aperture ring without need for mode dial, but their lens electronic contact are proprietary and never has many third party involve to build lens with autofocus, so as much as I want to get the XE3, this seem like a pulling leg for me. Then I look at Panasonic camera, like he LX10, P&S but with manual aperture ring and dial, is this for me? Then the LX100, this seem like more for me but it's deserve an update that doesn't know when it will come, then I check their GX8 and GX85 system, they are ok but still I will waiting for next models because there's something I don't like, but is this camera for me? GX9 or GX95? Does the lens system good?
    I shoot as a hobbyist/enthusiast, about lifestyle, travel, daily, architecture, indoor, product, street, and so on. After have a camera, I want to shoot night sky, wildlife/bird,

  • @johndyer5113
    @johndyer5113 7 років тому +1

    Great Video mate

  • @caulacau2318
    @caulacau2318 7 років тому

    Hi Adrian. Nice honest review.
    Just wondering: have you actually added the GX8 to your working kit? or are you still with the canon just in case?
    Thanks

  • @SonofGroucho1
    @SonofGroucho1 7 років тому

    Great to see your enthusiasm about this camera. Seriously considering buying one. Was originally going to buy an Olympus Pen F, but this seems a better camera, if a little bigger. Currently using a Nikon D800 with heavy lenses, so carrying this around for street photography is the plan.

  • @REDARO11
    @REDARO11 6 років тому

    Adrian please tell me does the GX8 have and in body stabilisation when filming video?????? man I just bought it and the E Stabilization (video) is gray and can not be turn on !!!!!!!!! MAN PLEASE TELL ME HOW TO FIX IT PLEASSEEEEE

    • @opreadani
      @opreadani 3 роки тому

      Mai ai camera?

    • @REDARO11
      @REDARO11 3 роки тому

      @@opreadani nu o mai am.

  • @noahtaylor8447
    @noahtaylor8447 7 років тому +1

    I’ve got this camera and I think it’s great but I don’t understand why it’s not so popular compared to the a6500

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  7 років тому

      Yep, totally agree.

    • @Jorcap
      @Jorcap 7 років тому +1

      Marketing.. All these 'pro vloggers, youtubers' get test samples from Sony. Since Sony produces better (video) camera's these days compared to the 2010-2014 populair Canon's, the hype got real. Also, I think that Panasonic, Fujifilm and Olympus are more orientated towards photographers and that the people who buy Sony's, just buy them because for video.
      This is what I am thinking.

    • @kamillisowski2931
      @kamillisowski2931 6 років тому

      All about sensor size marketing, I swap my apsc Canon to Gx80 and its waaaay better camera, can't see difrence in quality it's even better about ibis

  • @BMkt04
    @BMkt04 7 років тому

    Great video, very informative!

  • @abdulgani6348
    @abdulgani6348 5 років тому

    Blm ada nih yg bkin review nya di indonesia

  • @mamertoguingguing974
    @mamertoguingguing974 7 років тому

    What is the best all around lens for the GX8?

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  7 років тому

      mamerto guingguing depends what you want, I never like going much above f2.8 so I guess the best all rounder for me would be the 12-35 f2.8 but my favourite would have to be a 42.5mm prime 😊

  • @johndeehan8078
    @johndeehan8078 4 роки тому

    You are like the Rick Stein of Photography and I have been a pro for over thirty years.

  • @UnstoppableTramp
    @UnstoppableTramp 6 років тому +1

    Fantastic review. My arm has been twisted ;)

  • @MiniatureReview
    @MiniatureReview 6 років тому

    Just picked up the GX8. Seems like as a camera it is pretty stellar. Wondering what your thoughts are about it's 1080 video capabilities.

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  6 років тому

      I'm using it all the time for that, great! It just doesn't have IBIS for video, only photos, but that's not an issue for me as I use it on a tripod

    • @MiniatureReview
      @MiniatureReview 6 років тому

      I ended up returning it and picked up the GH5. :-) I think both are good, but the GH5 seems to be a bit better. The only downside is it doesn't have that tilt screen.

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  6 років тому

      and it's double the price!

    • @MiniatureReview
      @MiniatureReview 6 років тому

      Yeah the price hurt, but I am pretty happy with it. It's internal stabilization is pretty awesome.

  • @geoffers77
    @geoffers77 7 років тому +1

    thanks mate I am going to trade in my Canon gear

  • @Began2011
    @Began2011 3 роки тому

    Does the gx8 have unlimited recording?

  • @symzg5995
    @symzg5995 6 років тому

    How do you set up your GX8 for the best results? No one???

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  6 років тому

      Simz G Aperture priority, low as possible f number. ISO 200. That’s a decent starting point, is that what you mean?

    • @symzg5995
      @symzg5995 6 років тому

      Adrian Salisbury thanks Adrian for your reply. Really appreciate it. But what I meant was how do you set the custom settings and such (which is what I should I wrote in thr first place). I'm training to be a wedding photographer and just need some tips...

    • @AdrianSalisbury
      @AdrianSalisbury  6 років тому

      Ah I see. Totally depends on what you find you’re wanting to change quick. It’s personal to you 😊

  • @slamak9897
    @slamak9897 4 роки тому

    800 shots raw+fine on one battery, still one bar...

  • @வெளிநாட்டுதமிழன்-வ3ம

    UA-cam channel can use

  • @jfjoubertquebec
    @jfjoubertquebec 6 років тому

    14:52 it broke.

  • @cornelismarinusbal2813
    @cornelismarinusbal2813 7 років тому +1

    Prijs op gaaf hier bij aub