Panasonic Lumix S5 II Review (from Tokyo!)

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  • Опубліковано 27 вер 2024

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  • @Jgatti41
    @Jgatti41 Рік тому +198

    Jordans run tests are always my favorite. I laugh every time. His facial expressions and how he zigs and zags is hilarious.

    • @marcdornbusch3206
      @marcdornbusch3206 Рік тому +7

      Dedication to the craft.

    • @rockmusicvideoreviewer896
      @rockmusicvideoreviewer896 Рік тому +1

      mine too!

    • @punkrachmaninoff
      @punkrachmaninoff Рік тому +16

      David Attenborough: The Canadian conservative videographer is known to exhibit short bursts of energy - it can be very amusing as they dart to and fro, assured that they are doing what we should all be doing if the rest of us could only manage to understand... This peculiar display of superfluous masculinity is known to researchers as the Jordan Drake auto-focus test.

    • @bmeclipse
      @bmeclipse Рік тому +4

      I feel the introduction of a wild animal behind Jordon would help.

    • @krectus
      @krectus Рік тому +1

      amusing yes, but not the best test. Looking directly into the lens all the time isn't a tough test, needs to look away, turn or other actually do other real world sports movements, otherwise these tests don't really tell you much about how it can lose/gain focus for sports.

  • @pacheaco727
    @pacheaco727 Рік тому +63

    Chris tossing the new pride of Panasonic from one hand to another at 1:45. Gotta love the confidence. 😂

    • @izmargad
      @izmargad Рік тому +5

      It's a ff after all. Chris is regular to smaller lighter m43s. :)

    • @l.s.11
      @l.s.11 Рік тому +5

      Noticed that too - just as he says "gonna talk about handling"! haha

    • @Indrakusuma_a
      @Indrakusuma_a Рік тому +4

      Well, he was swirling a Leica M10 on a wrist strap before without any care in the world, so this is nothing for him ;D

    • @DeeeFoo
      @DeeeFoo Рік тому +1

      @@izmargad Do you happen to know what his primary camera of choice is?

    • @kyspace1024
      @kyspace1024 Рік тому

      Does he ever wear strap?

  • @3BMEP
    @3BMEP Рік тому +89

    We always enjoy your videos - and we love that shot at the six minute mark. 😉 Love to both of you!

    • @deanisplemoni
      @deanisplemoni Рік тому +1

      Fantastic shot. 😏

    • @johns997.1
      @johns997.1 Рік тому +3

      His left side is his good side, and so is his right...
      People are still laughing at a joke he told in 1997...
      Mosquitos refuse to bit him, purely out of respect...

  • @stalman
    @stalman Рік тому +10

    Jordan's been trying to tell me how great Lumix is for years, they've finally got my attention

  • @KarlRock
    @KarlRock Рік тому +99

    Yay! Finally phase detect! I hope it comes to the GH lineup next.

    • @AoyagiAichou
      @AoyagiAichou Рік тому +4

      I'd rather hope it comes to the G line-up (which includes the GH series).

    • @agenericaccount3935
      @agenericaccount3935 Рік тому

      @@AoyagiAichou Only GH worth doing.

    • @AoyagiAichou
      @AoyagiAichou Рік тому +2

      @@agenericaccount3935 Nah.

    • @8bittim
      @8bittim Рік тому +3

      Wouldn't be surprised if they refresh the gh6 with a slight update to phase detect autofocus in a year or two

    • @jijivishant
      @jijivishant Рік тому

      lgta hai aap bhi proper research kar rahe ho

  • @Swiss_Bohemian
    @Swiss_Bohemian Рік тому +63

    I'm considering an upgrade. I use the S5 mostly for video. The unreliable autofocus drives me nuts sometimes and forces me to switch to my vlogger cam Sony ZV-1, so I'm quite pleased to hear that the S5II has now finally phase detect autofocus.

    • @wtfnahmean
      @wtfnahmean Рік тому +1

      Why did you buy s5 for video if you need auto focus anyway? Doesn't make much sense in this day and age

    • @Swiss_Bohemian
      @Swiss_Bohemian Рік тому +6

      @@wtfnahmean I originally bought it for stills photography and the price in my country with the kit lens was great, so I got it without informing myself about it's autofocus reliability. Mistakes of my youth.

    • @wtfnahmean
      @wtfnahmean Рік тому

      That's fair. Panasonic DFDAF works great for photography, it just can't track objects very well.

    • @Siegs888
      @Siegs888 Рік тому +1

      Try using the S5 on the 1Area+ AF mode and toggling the human/animal detect on. Video AF works much better in this setting

  • @edwintam2349
    @edwintam2349 Рік тому +6

    I think the segment of Jordan running towards the camera in every review has to be a highlight!

  • @juliancroot
    @juliancroot Рік тому +27

    Jordan's footage of Chris in this video looks gorgeous....I'm sure its 90% skill, but the S5ii really showing some superb potential in terms of colours, dynamic range and overall image quality.
    The crop in 4K 50 is an unfortunate deal breaker for me, but it bodes very well for an S1H mark II. Canon & Sony need to watch out.... this thing is gonna sell.

  • @j.6756
    @j.6756 Рік тому +3

    Retired Leica rep here... VERY well done review guys... I liked the straight-up way you told your story and the professionalism of your photographic skills. Your review is a nice find.... indeed.

  • @alimzazaz
    @alimzazaz Рік тому +8

    Panasonic really hit a home run with this one. It feels like the a7iii launch event all over again.

    • @wtfnahmean
      @wtfnahmean Рік тому

      For Panasonic yes it's a huge deal they're finally doing phase AF. The rest of the world? not so much. A73 drew so much attention because it was the first entry level full frame camera that could do pretty much EVERYTHING with no particular weakness. They fixed their previous gen issues (like shit batteries, bad ergonomics and sub-par AF), slapped a bsi sensor that kills in low light, and jam-packed with latest features in a 2grand body. It was a no brainer at that time

    • @michaelbell75
      @michaelbell75 10 місяців тому +1

      @@wtfnahmean The S5II kills the a7III in everything and beats out the a7S III for video, especially in low light and IBIS. It's the same price as the a7III was FIVE years ago and a whopping $1,500 cheaper than the a7S III. It's insane that the S5II is the same price and that the a7III price has not dropped at all, but thats typical for Sony, who has overpriced everything. So yes, the S5II is a big deal, especially priced at only $1,700 for the holidays and you can bundle it with a lens for practically nothing extra. It's an absolute steal and the best bang for the buck by far.

  • @ChatteringApe
    @ChatteringApe Рік тому +20

    Really nice upgrade. Not just the improved autofocus and stabilization, but the higher resolution viewfinder and full size HDMI port, too. Panasonic is clearly paying attention to customer feedback. And they managed to add active cooling while keeping the same size and price? Didn't expect that at all.

  • @DanC
    @DanC Рік тому +19

    Man I could definitely go for one of these if I was needed a hybrid full frame, it's a really compelling package.

    • @tyronnezx
      @tyronnezx Рік тому +2

      Just do it man

    • @DanC
      @DanC Рік тому +1

      @@tyronnezx tempting but I'm very invested in m43 glass and am planning on picking up the OM-1 later this year.

  • @ValueTech
    @ValueTech Рік тому +1

    It was a pleasure meeting you :)

  • @bardofhighrenown
    @bardofhighrenown Рік тому +7

    Jordan saying Genshin Impact with a Japanese accent was something I never knew that I needed to hear.

  • @PavSZ
    @PavSZ Рік тому +2

    Great and very, very thorough review guys! Superb job, as always!
    It was great meeting you in person in Tokyo!!

  • @teddyroosevelt8870
    @teddyroosevelt8870 5 місяців тому

    How refreshing, a camera reviewer who can actually shoot some decent pictures... Well done!

  • @qbgabe12
    @qbgabe12 Рік тому +7

    Cant wait for GH6 IIX with PDAF sensor 🤤

  • @HarryPowerColt
    @HarryPowerColt Рік тому +2

    Finally! I'm gonna enjoy those sick and beautiful Sigma lenses for L-Mount and the Lumix S Pro lenses so much.
    What a gem of a camera!

  • @CsiklosMiklos
    @CsiklosMiklos Рік тому +1

    I just want to say thank you. Kicking off 2023 with the S5 Mk2 is the greatest news so far, and I hope firmware updates will bring some more polish to the AF system.
    Now I'll have to upgrade from my poor old Lumix G7

  • @8bittim
    @8bittim Рік тому +18

    Panasonic is my favorite camera company. I have extensively used their s5 and I'm so happy they added phase detect into their s5 ii. Way better value than canon or Nikon imo. For people who want nothing but the best I'm sure canon still offers more for more money but for the average Joe like me, this beats what Sony and Nikon are offering. This thing is built like a tank too

  • @Durio_zibethinus
    @Durio_zibethinus Рік тому +1

    Yo, Chris. Your photos in this video are very vibrant, contrasty, and nicely composed. Plus you get a good, natural moment which is separating you from snappy shooters with an expensive gears.
    The lady with her shiba inu, tired man wiping his face are my favourites.
    Hope you get a peaceful treaty with 'karasu' tho.

  • @olegtigai
    @olegtigai Рік тому +2

    Yes😊. Finally ☺️. So many years I am waited from panasonic camera like this. My first camera was lumix-fz50. And it was great for those times, but after I used many other cameras, because panasonic doesn't have full frame and auto focus was not good, compare even to dslr. And now I feel inspiration. Thank you for the good news and review 😊

  • @danweiss6580
    @danweiss6580 Рік тому +10

    Glad to see the L-mount is still alive though I wish it were more photo-centric…Great work as usual!

    • @danweiss6580
      @danweiss6580 Рік тому

      @sasuntidictousrhoireiphapo4053 Obviously can be used for photography...but IQ not much (if at all?) improved from S5. So, any of the standard stuff would be great: Improved dynamic range, more megapixels (24 is fine mostly...but landscape for example would benefit from the option of having more...especially w/o a tripod), low light, etc.

    • @danweiss6580
      @danweiss6580 Рік тому

      @mipmipmipmipmip The point at which they released an updated version that cost 2k.

  • @toutsen
    @toutsen Рік тому +1

    I shared this story on Potato Jet's review, but I thought I'd share it again. I recently had to sell my A7IV due to a family medical emergency and I was devastated. I loved my Sony as it was a replacement for my first camera, a Panasonic GX85. I was a huge fan of Panasonic, but the AF on my Sony was untouchable. After learning about the S5II, I don't feel so depressed about not having my Sony anymore. I now have an excuse to go back to my first love, Panasonic, and now have similar AF performance. There truly is a light at the end of every tunnel and things aren't so bad! I still have to overcome some financial struggles to buy a new setup, but I have something to look forward to. Life is 👍!

  • @kokesjohn
    @kokesjohn Рік тому +2

    I really like the color science of a tiny bit pink tone to the video which makes people, events, etc. more pleasing as compared to the sony which has a tiny bit of blue to its color science. So many great video features too. Panasonic has always been famous for their camcorders and I believe they are pushing hard now to get to that level again. Bravo Panasonic in this price point ! 🙂

  • @synura8086
    @synura8086 Рік тому +3

    The contrast of the Sigma 105mm Macro is outstanding.

    • @dpreview
      @dpreview  Рік тому +4

      Chris and I both fell in love with that lens.
      -Jordan

  • @R8135003
    @R8135003 Рік тому +2

    Yet another beautiful camera from Panasonic.
    Loving both sides of the story, photo & video.
    Be lucky stay safe.

  • @JoshPostVlogs
    @JoshPostVlogs Рік тому

    Shout out to Hugh at 6:00. Great review as always!

  • @driverv86
    @driverv86 Рік тому +1

    This footage just looks great. Nice color work Jordan.

  • @Crypto1337
    @Crypto1337 Рік тому

    That is what im looking for in reviews ... I want the WHOLE video been shot on the camera in review. Finally ! Thanks for this review

  • @villemononen5303
    @villemononen5303 Рік тому +2

    PHASE DETECTION! FINALLY! Good job Panasonic. This one is VERY tempting. Although i wasn't 100% convinced on the accuracy of the phase detection, especially when Jordan was being filmed. But still, nice improvement over contrast based. This look very tempting indeed...

  • @Localtraveler2376
    @Localtraveler2376 Рік тому

    Thanks for the full disclosure at the beginning of the video. Full disclosure makes a big difference.

  • @MicroFourNerds
    @MicroFourNerds Рік тому +18

    Amazing review!! Especially “dfd wibbly wobblies” 😂 So impressed with the s5ii so far! - Emily 📸

    • @daveoum8586
      @daveoum8586 Рік тому +3

      Looking forward to your S5ii videos!

  • @stevenqirkle
    @stevenqirkle Рік тому +2

    I love the filming locations in this review. And as I sit here freezing my butt off, I’m really jealous of the temperate weather in Tokyo!

  • @KONAMAN100
    @KONAMAN100 Рік тому +1

    Nice portrait of Hugh at 17:23

  • @radialmonster
    @radialmonster Рік тому

    thank you for shooting the video of the camera you're reviewing with the camera you're reviewing

  • @trym2121
    @trym2121 Рік тому

    Panny pony of hope is no longer blurry! Congratulations Panny and Panny boys!

  • @SMGJohn
    @SMGJohn Рік тому +3

    For the price they are asking the S5II is a killer body, the only thing I find a bit of a shame is the lack of 4k60 with no crop, but considering they use the same God sensor of the S5 which is an immaculate sensor that produces Godly organic image, yeah maybe they were RIGHT in keeping it, looking forward to S1 mark 2 and its 4k 240fps.

  • @haploguy
    @haploguy Рік тому +2

    G9II please

  • @CarlosVS
    @CarlosVS Рік тому +1

    Love these 2 guys.

  • @thefruit
    @thefruit Рік тому

    appreciate the honesty about the watchtime, i watched longer than i would have and of course liked the video. +i clicked through the video a bunch of times more

  • @cyrfung
    @cyrfung Рік тому

    The color and details in this video is sooooo good

  • @simonwilliams2109
    @simonwilliams2109 Рік тому

    Thanks Chris and Jordan.

  • @hendrixg
    @hendrixg Рік тому

    Love seeing them in new locations. Send them to the ends of the Earth with the latest gear!

  • @safemode8598
    @safemode8598 Рік тому +1

    Wow, this video looks amazing, is it the camera or is it just beautiful Japan? This is the best looking video DP ever done.

  • @niltons.spagnuolo
    @niltons.spagnuolo Рік тому +2

    I like the DPreview reviews. The fanboys only show the qualities of the products, but for those who intend to buy a camera, what matters is to know its defects before making the purchase, because the worst thing is to buy a product and discover its defects on the first day of use.

  • @AguilaDeOnix85
    @AguilaDeOnix85 Рік тому +10

    This is great, though what I really want is a G9II with phase detect and the GH6 sensor so I can use the lenses I already have. Also, I wouldn't be surprised if there's an S1RII for people wanting hi res FF shooting.

  • @yawningmarmot
    @yawningmarmot Рік тому +1

    After 5 years on the East Coast, it was time to add phase detect. Finally!

  • @insideshots23
    @insideshots23 Рік тому +2

    I was interested so - "Eggslut" is a chef-driven, gourmet food concept founded in 2011. It's inspired by a true love for eggs.
    Great review as always, as a Panasonic user turned Sony user I would still like to see Panasonic use their video-centric cameras to project a top all-around unit to lead the market.

    • @jlwilliams
      @jlwilliams Рік тому +1

      07:02 oh, so THAT'S what it is. I was going to ask if Jordan shot that sequence using the eggs LUT...

  • @johnnysimandjuntak
    @johnnysimandjuntak Рік тому

    @10:00 , Jordan, You just spoke out the name of the dopest game ever created 🎉

  • @raalaa121
    @raalaa121 Рік тому

    Picked up two of these bad boys and traded in my a7r3 ... The video features are a game changer for me.

  • @TITAOSTEIN
    @TITAOSTEIN Рік тому +1

    The perfect partner for my GH6 and OM1!

  • @AnahatNaad
    @AnahatNaad Рік тому +1

    3:57 this frame looks amazing 🤩. Wow simply wow. AF is locked on to his face without any hunting. Colours are good. Will definitely buy this camera after couple of firmware updates.

    • @fredriksvard2603
      @fredriksvard2603 Рік тому +1

      My thoughts too, judging by review videos the af still misses too often in it's current state. I think it needs to rival canon and sony to be tempting given how limited the lens range is compared to those systems.

  • @JoeS5263
    @JoeS5263 Рік тому +1

    Excellent review! I own a G9 ... waiting for a micro 4/3 camera with PDAF. But even so the S5 II is tempting. I just hope Panasonic brings this improved autofocus to m4/3.

  • @CS90
    @CS90 Рік тому +7

    I have to say this camera is very tempting. I'm a Nikon shooter and I've loved it but depending on what they do this year, I might be switching over to this.

  • @timog7358
    @timog7358 Рік тому

    I love the video quality and the sample photos too

  • @asecretboss
    @asecretboss Рік тому

    I’m liking the color grading in this video.

  • @agenericaccount3935
    @agenericaccount3935 Рік тому +5

    Touting is prohibited there, Jordan. Stop touting 🚓

  • @joits
    @joits Рік тому

    Not even interested in the camera itself but watching because Tokyo! How awesome that they flew you out there!

  • @moosethemooche9597
    @moosethemooche9597 Рік тому +1

    Welcome to Japan!

  • @memorjalizafilms3002
    @memorjalizafilms3002 Рік тому

    That's a beautiful image damn

  • @skfineshriber
    @skfineshriber Рік тому +3

    Since Canon won't allow third party lenses and there is now an S5II with PDAF with great Sigma lenses available, I'm not nearly as tempted by a Canon mirrorless.

  • @jlwilliams
    @jlwilliams Рік тому

    16:20 cue the film-noir music for soulful Chris montage. Love it!

  • @Keilikeramen
    @Keilikeramen Рік тому

    I live in kyoto, Didn`t expect your guy come to Japan

  • @meat_loves_wasabi
    @meat_loves_wasabi Рік тому

    Tokyo my favourite city for food… finally returning after almost 3yrs

  • @Wave_Drop
    @Wave_Drop Рік тому

    Excellent stuff. Let's go Pana!! 👊🏻🙌🏻

  • @KJAYG
    @KJAYG Рік тому

    Wow it is beautiful there.

  • @gsrox2007
    @gsrox2007 Рік тому

    1:43 looks like an indoor studio set! Insane natural light!

  • @jacobmitchener
    @jacobmitchener Рік тому

    Love the presentation of this video!

  • @mattmaddox9367
    @mattmaddox9367 Рік тому

    Super cool. Can’t wait to see the review for the X when it comes out! Thx

  • @hidekigomi
    @hidekigomi Рік тому +7

    Every time they are in Japan, I get so jealous, these two handsome guys show up in the middle of Tokyo, most of them passing by have no idea how big and popular these two gents are! If I were there and saw them, I would scream like a high school girl lol

  • @GameProgrammer79
    @GameProgrammer79 Рік тому +1

    The picture and Video quality are just awesome.. probably you can continue to shoot your videos on S5 II. I wanted to see how it performs on Sigma L mount lenses especially the best budget option Sigma 24-70 f2.8 DG DN L. The Panasonic S5 II + Sigma 24-70 f2.8 just awesome combination

  • @quantumnaruto1134
    @quantumnaruto1134 Місяць тому

    I'm buying this one

  • @charlesn
    @charlesn Рік тому

    Ugh, I miss Tokyo. Great review guys! Also fun to see some cross talk with Josh Yeo; he's a crazy talented dude.

  • @cinematools9621
    @cinematools9621 Рік тому +2

    Ok, Panasonic, I will give it a try.

  • @Estirvana
    @Estirvana Рік тому

    Those colours, wow.

  • @ScottJWaldron
    @ScottJWaldron Рік тому +1

    Great video as always! I'm glad Panasonic decided to join the PDAF party. 😄 14:02 those background lights look good with AF on! (no jitter)

  • @Mathew-vlogs
    @Mathew-vlogs Рік тому +1

    When will we get the full review???? I need this video, please!!!!

  • @Tedwill-home
    @Tedwill-home Рік тому

    The "No Touting" sign scene was hilarious.

  • @zodiacfml
    @zodiacfml Рік тому

    1:31 amazing shot!🤩🤩

  • @LukeTaylorPhotography
    @LukeTaylorPhotography Рік тому +1

    I really wish they had included the tilting/rotating screen from the GH6... it would have been an almost perfect camera.

  • @andrevvve
    @andrevvve Рік тому

    Such a great review!!

  • @bmeclipse
    @bmeclipse Рік тому +1

    The Hugh Brownstone Detect works well.

  • @mrcinemagrouppy
    @mrcinemagrouppy Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this in depth review. I have the S5 and like it alot, will be getting this (or the "X") just for the full hdmi port and improved AF. PS..wanted to see you taking glam shots and Jordan in a Banff blizzard with s5mk2.

  • @8bittim
    @8bittim Рік тому

    Wanted to make another comment but it makes sense for them to release these two cameras now over an s1 mk Ii. When that does come out, I imagine it being easily close to 3000$ body only with so many features stuffed in for the professional, with probably an updated/improved phase detect system . When they released the S5 originally, it didn't really make sense to me because you could find an s1 so cheap that for the price, the s1 was still a better deal overall. However it now seems Panasonic truly has a grasp on their product lineup , and I imagine the S5 Ii will be selling like hotcakes. For many the choice simply came down to a lack of phase detect. It's good to see it's feature rich and doesn't feel like it's skimping out anywhere.

  • @Democratiser
    @Democratiser Рік тому +1

    A humble request to Chris and Jordan: could you please test some EF to L mount adapters with the S5II to evaluate the DPAF using Canon EF glass? Especially CAF in video of course!

    • @Democratiser
      @Democratiser Рік тому +1

      @No Espam Great to know! I’ll check it out. Many thanks.

  • @MarkoKoskenoja
    @MarkoKoskenoja Рік тому

    Nice! I will buy a Panasonic photo-centric phase detect autofocus M43 camera the minute it comes out.

  • @picospace
    @picospace Рік тому +1

    Amazing

  • @skatertwig26
    @skatertwig26 Рік тому +1

    Looks great! Now just a High Res S5R or S1R ii like this but with 8k recording and we will be set! I really do enjoy my S1R but it's kind of annoying how Panasonic just ignores it. It gets none of the updates the others get, plus the video could be much better.

  • @josephchan4198
    @josephchan4198 Рік тому

    Looks good.

  • @Skux720
    @Skux720 Рік тому +1

    PDAF! Welcome to 2016, Panasonic!

  • @logtothebase2
    @logtothebase2 Рік тому

    Three things as an S5 owner I don't like one was focusing hit rate was wayward too much, not locking on to the subject or right bit of the subject, this looks improved, second was the hold on the grip, OK for me but there are much better, so would be interested if the small changes add up, thirdly Panasonic are not popular in any local stores although , perhaps because of a regular on line significant deals, good for buyer but to for tying it out.

  • @foodiesalasmr
    @foodiesalasmr Рік тому

    You guys are my favorite 👍

  • @Filming-and-Stuff
    @Filming-and-Stuff Рік тому

    Thank you Panasonic - Game Over!

  • @1337flite
    @1337flite Рік тому

    It's 37-38C in the shade here (Adelaide, South Australia) today (so definately over 40C outside) and it's been sitting around there all day. And the weather bureau is toutomg that it will be the same tomorrow.
    And it will probably get hotter as the year goes on. Please send S5II and accoutrements and I can do some 40C testing for you. It's only gonna get hotter - we're just moving into the hot part of summer.
    (Edit: had to get tout in the comment).

  • @joeaddison
    @joeaddison Рік тому

    6 UA-cam notifications as soon as this camera is announced. I came here first!

  • @Nader.subaih
    @Nader.subaih Рік тому +1

    please talk about lenses choices

  • @epambos
    @epambos Рік тому +1

    At last!
    This can get me to move to FF sensor
    from the Fujifilm X-T3...

  • @vintehindecembre1607
    @vintehindecembre1607 Рік тому +6

    Great review as always ! I'm very interested by this S5II and I have a little question : with S5 mark I when you use different ratio like 2:1 or 21:9 autofocus is limited at single point AFS. How is working PDAF with exotic aspect ratio ? Can we still use AFC ? Face detection ?

    • @richardbutler8532
      @richardbutler8532 Рік тому +2

      It's still limited to AF-S and single AF point in 2:1 and 65:24, I'm afraid. The Human, Face/Eye and Human + Animal detection modes do work, though.

    • @vintehindecembre1607
      @vintehindecembre1607 Рік тому

      @@richardbutler8532 thanks a lot for this quick and precise answer !

  • @TristanLaughton
    @TristanLaughton Рік тому

    6:00 Hugh Brownstone sighting!