Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 Mirrorless Camera

12 Megapixels12 MegapixelsHigh ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveFull 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringAccepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Discontinued: No longer produced by the manufacturer. May still be in stock or found used.Discontinued: No longer produced by the manufacturer. May still be in stock or found used.

Digital Camera Description

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 is a Mirrorless Digital Camera with a Four-Thirds sensor and a Micro Four-Thirds lens mount. Its 12 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 160-6400 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 160-12800. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in relatively low-light. With 12 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 17" x 12" at 240 DPI.

This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/4000 to 1m. This camera can make Bulb exposures up to 4m. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/4000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 features a 23-point Contrast-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. A Real-Time Autofocus Tracking System allows focus to follow a moving subject within the frame. Manual Focus is also available.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5

A single control-dial on this camera makes it easy to use semi-automatic modes by adjusting the current exposure parameter directly This camera does not feature any seals to protect it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Care must be taken, just like with most electronics. There is no viewfinder on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and no provision to add one.

Model Specifications

BrandPanasonic ModelLumix DMC-GF5
Sensor 12 Megapixels CMOS *LiveMOS Sensor Size 17 x 13mm
Anti-Alias Filter Yes Sensor Aspect 4:3 Aspect-Ratio
Stabilization None Dust-ReductionYes
Sensitivity ISO 160 - 6400 *Expanded range: 160-12800 Shutter-Speed 1/4000 - 60s, bulb up to 4m
Lens MountMicro Four-Thirds MountCrop Factor2X
Filter DiameterN / A Focus System 23-point Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp *Touch Focus & Touch MF Assist. Tracking AF-C.
Viewfinder Type None Viewfinder Size
Display Attachment Fixed Display Size 920K Pixels 3" LCD 100% Coverage
Exposure ModesP, A, T, M, B Scene Modes16Portrait, Soft Skin, Scenery, Architecture, Sports, Peripheral Defocus, Flower, Food, Objects, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Illuminations, Baby 1 & 2, Pet, Party, Sunset
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing 5 Shots ±2/3 EV
Exposure Compensation ±3 EV, 1/3 EV Flash Compensation
White Balance Auto, Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning 2 Axis, 19 steps
Continuous Drive 4 FPS, Unlimited JPEG Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s, 3 Frames @ 10s
Command Dials 1 DOF Preview No
Protection Dust Reduction Yes
Digital Level Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger Eye-Start Sensor No
HDR No Orientation Sensor Yes
Interval Timer No Multiple Exposure No
Image Formats JPEG Flash Ports
Built-In Flash Yes (GN 6) Flash Sync 1/160s
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 30 FPS 16:9 *Output is 1080i @ 60 Hz. Also 1280x720 @ 60 FPS. Sound Input
Video Format MPEG-4, AVCHD, M-JPEG WiFi No
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity GPS No
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 320 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2012-04-05, DiscontinuedYES Construction Standard
Size 108 x 67 x 37mm (W x H x D) Weight 225g

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Panasonic DMC-GF5 Highlights

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5
Mirrorless digital camera

Sensor-Size: 17 x 13mm

Four-Thirds Sensor

Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI

12 Megapixels MirrorlessISO 160-12800
Micro Four-Thirds Mount
2X FLM
Shutter 1/4000-60s
Built-in Dust ReductionFull manual controls, including Manual Focus
4 FPS Drive, Unlimited ImagesCustom white-balance with 2 axis fine-tuning
1920x1080 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingSpot-Metering
3" LCD 920K PixelsLithium-Ion Battery
Secure Digital Extended Capacity
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