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Brand | Panasonic |
Model Name | Panasonic LUMIX GH4 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 17.2 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | Micro Four Thirds |
Image Stabilization | No |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Program, Shutter priority, Manual, Aperture priority |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
About this item
- Professional photo performance with exceptional moiré suppression
- Operating temperature:0 degree to 40 degree (32 degree F to 104 degree F); 4K 24p cinematic video (4096x2160), plus 4K 3840x2160 30p/24p
- High speed 49 area auto focusing in photo or video, perfect for hybrid photography
- Durable magnesium alloy body and exceptional shutter life meets the demands of professional use
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Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.7 | 5.0 | — | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Image stabilization | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | — | 4.1 | 4.2 |
Auto focus | — | 4.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Value for money | — | 3.7 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.5 |
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display type | Articulating Touchscreen OLED | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Interchangeable | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | — | mirror-lens | zoom |
zoom type | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | — | — | Digital zoom | — |
shooting modes | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Bulb Mode, Time Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | — | Silent Shooting | Auto, scene, and P, S, A, and M |
connectivity tech | HDMI, NTSC | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi | USB, Micro HDMI | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB |
video resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | 2160p | 2160p | 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4320p |
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Focal Length
| 12mm | 25mm | 42.5mm | 200mm | 10-25mm | 25-50mm |
Aperture Type
| 9 diaphragm blades | 7 diaphragm blades | 9 diaphragm blades | 9 diaphragm blades | 9 diaphragm blades | 9 diaphragm blades |
Maximum Aperture
| F1.4 | F1.4 | F1.2 | F2.8 | F1.7 | F1.7 |
Closest Focusing Distance
| 0.20m / 0.66ft | 0.3m / 0.98ft | 0.5m / 1.64ft | FULL:3.8ft, 3m-LIMIT:9.8ft | 0.28m / 0.92ft | 0.92ft (@25mm)/ 1.02ft (@50mm) |
Maximum Magnification
| 0.1x / 0.2x (35mm equivalent) | 0.11x/0.22x (35mm equivalent) | 0.1x / 0.2x (35mm equivalent) | 0.2x / 0.4x (35mm equivalent) | 0.14x/0.28x (35mm equivalent) | 0.21x/0.42x (35mm equivalent) |
Optical Image Stabilizer
| No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Dust and Splash Resistant*
| Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Filter Size
| φ62mm | φ46mm | φ67mm | φ77mm | φ77mm | φ77mm |
Overall Length
| 70mm / 2.76inch | 54.5mm / 2.14inch | 76.8mm / 3.02inch | 174mm / 6.85inch | 128mm / 5.04inch | 127.6mm / 5.02inch |
Weight
| 335g / 11.82oz | 205g / 7.23oz | 425g / 15.04oz | 1245g / 43.92oz | 690g / 24.34oz | 654g / 23.04oz |
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Auto Focus Technology | Center, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection, Touch |
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Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1036000 |
Photo Sensor Size | Micro Four Thirds |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 16 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 17.2 MP |
White balance settings | Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Color Temperature, Cloudy, Flash torch, Shade |
Self Timer Duration | 2 seconds, 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
Image Stabilization | No |
Flash Modes Description | TTL |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 sec |
Supported Image Format | Other, RAW, JPEG, AVCHD |
Video Capture Format | mpeg-4;avchd |
Video Capture Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
Video encoding | NTSC/PAL |
Video Standard | AVCHD |
Video Output Interface | HDMI, NTSC |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 20 Grams |
Battery Life | 500 Photos |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Audio Input | Microphone |
Connectivity Technology | HDMI, NTSC |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 12 |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11g |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Special Feature | Face Detection |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Digital Recording Time | Up to 220 Minutes |
Shock Resistant | FALSE |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Hardware Interface | AV Port |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Operating Humidity | 10 to 80% |
Lens Type | Interchangeable |
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Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Digital Zoom | 2 |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 49 |
Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Program, Shutter priority, Manual, Aperture priority |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.67x |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen OLED |
Display Fixture Type | Fully articulated |
Touch Screen Type | Yes |
Model Name | Panasonic LUMIX GH4 |
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Brand | Panasonic |
Model Number | DMC-GH4KBODY |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #242,254 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #549 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B00I9GYG8O |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Camera Body |
Lower Temperature Rating | 32 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Upper Temperature Rating | 40 Degrees Celsius |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | Venus Engine IX |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.24 x 3.31 x 3.66 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.23 Pounds |
Mfg Warranty Description Labor | 1 year limited |
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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 4K Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Digital Camera is a true hybrid camera designed for both professional photo and video use. It features a 16.05-megapixel Digital Live MOS sensor and a 4-CPU Venus Engine, capable of capturing high-resolution JPEG and RAW stills, as well as UHD 4K 3840x2160 30p/24p and cinematic DCI 4K 4096x2160 video at 24p. Like its predecessor, the GH4 features a weather-sealed magnesium alloy body, while offering increased resolution on both the OLED monitor and electronic viewfinder. It also features built-in Wi-Fi with NFC technology, in-camera creative controls, and a high-speed 49-point autofocus in both photo and video mode. Use within the communication range of the device to be connected.
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Customers like the quality, appearance and performance of the digital camera. For example, they mention that it delivers 4K quality, produces excellent professional footage and that the app works incredibly well. Customers are also impresseded with the value, saying that it's the best 4K camera for the money. They appreciate the image quality, saying it produces incredible 4K images in a small body.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that it delivers 4K quality, the shutter works well, and it is very grade-able. Some say that it's excellent as a stills camera and the 4K is absolutely gorgeous. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Just put the camera up to your eye and you'll be treated to a beautifully sharp, isolated image while you're recording...." Read more
"...Focus peaking is brilliantly used, and it also makes the LCD sharpness that much more apparent. Zebra Levels are also available in all modes...." Read more
"...The GH4 is really good. If you ever needed to switch, this is the switch. Would I shoot another feature on it? Not sure. That crop factor killed me...." Read more
"...Now it is very grade-able and like I said pulls good detail out of the highlights but it isn't nearly as workable as the ProRes you get from the..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the camera. They mention that it can produce excellent professional footage, and the video on it is absolutely breathtaking. The quality of the video is top notch, and it takes 4K and UHD film like motion pictures that are equivilent to high end cameras. The AF is less than stellar, but the camera is nearly flawless for video, and has the potential to take amazing photos.
"...Helpful video features. Using this camera for video is like a whole new world coming from Canon. This camera actually HELPS you! Focus peaking?..." Read more
"...Canon video is nice, owing mainly to sensor size, but I've always felt all the way back to the GH1 that Panasonic video was superior, though I felt..." Read more
"...Well not really.Lens is great. No, the Voigt lens is fantastic; but below F2 not for use and at F2 that equals F4 in depth of field...." Read more
"...Now it is very grade-able and like I said pulls good detail out of the highlights but it isn't nearly as workable as the ProRes you get from the..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the digital camera. They mention that it works very well, produces wonderful results, and has an app that works incredibly well. The electronic shutter works well and allows you to shoot high quality shots without any issues. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...D. This is one of the picture styles for video and it's a wonderful tool to use when you're shooting with the intention of color grading...." Read more
"...Yep. If you have an android or iPhone, the camera has an app that works incredibly well... so if you want to shoot from a crane or bucket truck or..." Read more
"...I noticed with 4K photo mode on the GH4, is that its usefulness is only limited to situations where the needs of good photos and good videos..." Read more
"...Work flow is great and one Scandisk Extreme Pro 280mbs / 64GB card lasted all day. Downloading took fewer than one hour...." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital camera. For example, they say it's amazing for the money, the best 4K camera for the buck, and worth the investment. Some mention that it'd be a mirrorless beast for the price.
"...understand its limitations and small quirks, this camera is the absolute best value you can find for the money as far as video cameras right now...." Read more
"...You wont be disappointed with this DSLR for the price point & quality it can produce to say the least...." Read more
"If it is at a good price, you can use it to make money in many different scenarios. It is small but robust and its battery lasts a long time." Read more
"...- As a camera for photos it is sorely lacking given the price. I am not giving up my big Nikons anytime soon and that is a hassle...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say it produces amazing images in a small body, with incredible 4K resolution. The camera is decent for photos and allows for good close ups with nice bokeh. The 4K file sizes are reasonable, and it helps you capture the images you have been looking for. Customers also say that the camera is lighter and smaller than expected, and they really like the sensor size.
"...up to your eye and you'll be treated to a beautifully sharp, isolated image while you're recording. The beauty of mirrorless cameras.-..." Read more
"...It’s cheap and allows for some good close ups with nice bokeh. My zoom lens is the Panasonic 12-60mm F.35-5.6...." Read more
"...AND it is small enough to fit into my pocket!..." Read more
"...The obvious: The G4 is about half the size and much lighter but it still feels solid in the hands...." Read more
Customers find the controls simple to navigate, sturdy, and easy to use. They also appreciate the great user interface and the ability to pan with the back button. Customers also say the controls are well laid out and excellent.
"...While these might sound like non-issues, The control layout is EXCELLENT...." Read more
"...We use this for about 80% of our video shoots. It is easy to use and as a decent microphone...." Read more
"...was to use its 4K photo mode feature, but it turned out that it not as easy to use as I had hoped...." Read more
"...that it's very easy to set it to back button focus and it's very easy to pan with...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the customization of the camera. They mention that it has a great combination of features, with especially good video options. They appreciate the menu settings, which are fully customizable. Customers also mention that the camera has 9 function buttons. They are also impresseded with the amount of detail that can be pulled out of the highlights.
"...Customization. The camera has 9 function buttons (5 physical, 4 digital on the touch screen) that are fully customizable...." Read more
"...focus, you are IN focus... it's razor sharp and the additional features really take advantage.VideoWow...." Read more
"...I was simply amazed at the amount of detail I could pull out of the highlights and how well the color took to the harsh grades I have thrown at it...." Read more
"...It is fast and accurate and gives plenty of options to suit the situation...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the light of the digital camera. Some mention that it's good with low light, great for video in low light and bright, while others say that it struggles a bit with lowlight and performs poorly in lowlight.
"...- It's not wonderful in low light. I'm not going to sugar coat it - this camera is almost unusable after 1600 ISO...." Read more
"...The LVF is a pleasure to use. Nice and bright and unlike the 7d, you can use it for playback as well as menu selections...." Read more
"...above apply and I probably use my AX100 more often as the low light is not good at all...." Read more
"...Needs Underwater lights to be sharp...." Read more
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I'm going to keep this as simple and straight forward as I can without undermining how incredible this camera actually is. If you're a videographer and you're looking to upgrade from a Canon (and this camera IS a massive upgrade from anything Canon offers within thousands of dollars of this price range), you don't really need to look any further (this is subject to change, of course. Can't wait to see what they pull off with the GH5).
PROS
- 4K Video at this price point. We can just get that out of the way. It's the marque feature for this camera and it doesn't disappoint. If you've never edited in 4K (and your computer can handle it), you're in for a serious treat.
- 4K file sizes are VERY reasonable. This may blow your mind, but the file sizes between HD and 4K footage are almost identical. That's because the 4K footage is shot with an efficient bit rate, so don't be scared into thinking that you'll have to buy all these new SD cards and hard drives. Seriously, you should ALWAYS shoot in 4K (unless your computer can't handle it) because there aren't any storage drawbacks and even if you're just publishing in HD, your images will be so much cleaner and more detailed.
- True slo-mo overcrank. The GH4 can shoot full 1080p video up to 96 FRAMES PER SECOND. And the beauty of this is that you're shooting true slow-motion, meaning that when you play the video back in-camera, the footage will run in silky smooth 24p slo-mo. No need to change speeds in post. The camera shoots variable framerates, so you can shoot 26, 72, 48, etc... whatever framerate works best for you.
- Customization. The camera has 9 function buttons (5 physical, 4 digital on the touch screen) that are fully customizable. This is beautiful because you can assign whatever functions you want to these buttons, meaning that on my camera, with my set up, I have IMMEDIATE access to things like digital zoom, recording format, picture style, variable frame rate, luma curves, histogram, zebras - you name it, it's just a button press away.
- Helpful video features. Using this camera for video is like a whole new world coming from Canon. This camera actually HELPS you! Focus peaking? Check, you'll always be confident that you've nailed focus. Zebras? Check, you'll have a much better handle on your exposures. Luma curves, master pedestal level, audio metering, histograms? All checks. It's wonderful to use a camera that actually helps you get your shots.
- Digital Viewfinder. Say you're shooting outside on a bright day and you're having trouble seeing your screen. Just put the camera up to your eye and you'll be treated to a beautifully sharp, isolated image while you're recording. The beauty of mirrorless cameras.
- Articulated Screen. Why Canon's higher end cameras don't include these is absolutely beyond me. They're wonderful to use for video.
- Cinelike D. This is one of the picture styles for video and it's a wonderful tool to use when you're shooting with the intention of color grading. It gives you a nice, flat profile that allows you maximum control in post.
- Continuous shooting. Canon's cameras have a terribly annoying flaw where you can only shoot for so long before the camera over heats and shuts itself off. Not so with the GH4. Got a 64GB card? You can just chew straight through that hour and a half of 4K footage without cutting. Wonderful for shooting events and interviews.
CONS
- Warmer color temperature. It took me a little while to get used to the way in which the GH4 picks up the orange-green end of the color spectrum. I've now acclimated to it and I know that I just need to set my color temperature a few notches cooler than I would on a Canon. This can be strange when you first start to use the camera, though, and it took me a little while to understand the translation from the Canon "look" to the GH4 "look."
- It's not wonderful in low light. I'm not going to sugar coat it - this camera is almost unusable after 1600 ISO. It's beautiful when you've got plenty of light but the images are much less impressive in darker situations. It's no worse than most other DSLRs, Canon or otherwise, but with the Sony A7s out now, it's looking like we're moving into a new era of low-light cameras and the GH4 is not one of those cameras.
Still, as long as you understand its limitations and small quirks, this camera is the absolute best value you can find for the money as far as video cameras right now. Many people compare it to the A7s, which doesn't make much sense to me since they're in different price brackets (with the A7s being about $1,000 more expensive). I've used the A7s a few times and unless you're absolutely dying for that low-light performance, the GH4 is much more well-balanced camera. Hopefully this helps!
First off, I am most interested in video and short films. I am also into photography, and have shot with Nikons and Canons, but have always preferred Panasonic for video (No record length limit is critical for events). Canon video is nice, owing mainly to sensor size, but I've always felt all the way back to the GH1 that Panasonic video was superior, though I felt the stills capabilities were drastically unimpressive. The GH2 was a massive improvement for video, and a small still upgrade, but still nowhere near a Nikon or Canon. I skipped the GH3 because the video of the GH2 was so good I really didn't see a need to upgrade. I've been missing a good stills camera, and though I have always preferred Nikon, their late tendency to increase MP size has left me incredibly unimpressed with ISO performance. Canon's tendency to keep MP constant with new generations of sensors is REALLY attractive, because that means the ISO performance and noise is getting better (One can either make smaller pixels with less sensitivity or keep the pixel count steady and increase the sensitivity). I was set to buy a Canon 6D when I heard rumblings of the GH4. I waited, and everything seemed to be pointing to leaps and bounds in performance... new engine, same MP count, etc. I'm VERY glad I did.
The Body/Control Layout
Having not had a GH3, I'm not sure of the changes, but over the GH2, it's an incredible difference. It IS a little larger, in all three dimensions, but the weight is not noticeable. It's noted as "splashproof"... a claim I have no intention of testing, but I do like the ergonomics better. One of the BEST improvements of the GH4 is the layouts. I'm used to having buttons (from the Pro Nikon and Canon worlds), but on the GH1 and 2, there was only one forward dial, and it required a button push to switch from SS to A settings. This is remedied. There is a FORWARD dial, a REAR dial and an additional wheel dial on the control pad by the LCD. There are BUTTONS for ISO, WB, Exposure Compensation. While these might sound like non-issues, The control layout is EXCELLENT. I recently had to shoot with a Nikon D5200 and I couldn't believe how piss-poor the layout was for the dials. OOPS, DIAL, singular. It made the shooting experience miserable and I couldn't believe THIS was a NIKON and how far the mighty had fallen. I was shocked at having pulled the GH4 out and shot a few simple test pictures. The quality of the stills are a massive improvement over the 1 and 2... does it compete with a Canon 6D? Doubtful, but they are good enough I'm not worrying about getting a 6D anymore...
The LCD
Much has been made of Panasonic DOUBLING the resolution of the LCD. It seem like a small thing, but it really is a gorgeous screen. When you add in some of the touch features and how responsive they are, I no longer miss having a through the lens system instead of an LCD viewfinder. I HATED it in the GH1 and 2, and was a major reason I despised the Pannies for stills. The touchscreen functionality is incredibly responsive too, and when you are in focus, you are IN focus... it's razor sharp and the additional features really take advantage.
Video
Wow. I haven't tried 4K, but let's be absolutely clear about this: VFR is CLEARLY going to become an overused function in the future. Why? Because it is GORGEOUS in this camera. GORGEOUS. Here are the breakdowns of available modes:
AVCHD:
24Mbit/30p: 2, 15, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 45, 60
24Mbit/24p: 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60
MP4 or MOV:
100Mbit/30p: 2, 15, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 45, 60, 75, 90, 96
100Mbit/24p: 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60, 72, 84, !!!96!!!
Personally, I do not understand why anyone would choose to shoot in anything but 24fps... but I am a filmmaker at heart. I don't shoot sports. I want everything to look as much like a film as possible. Having said that, following the 180shutter rule as closely as you can and shooting in 96fps MP424fps is GLORIOUS. What's more is the fact that it is instantaneous. You set the VFR, you record the footage (it will tell you "25%" on the viewfinder), you hit record, you stop recording, you hit play and you get to see unbelievably high quality sharp, full 1080 HD slow motion. It's incredible. Slower Frame Rates (Time Lapse) will require some time to compose the image, but Slow Motion is instant, Crisp, Fluid, and incredibly impressive.
The rest of the video is also improved. It's actually mindblowing how good it looks, but the VFR is reason enough to buy this camera. It's a gamechanger for anyone who shoots anything. This is the NUMBER ONE reason to buy this camera, I'd argue a bigger advance than the 4K. As impressive as the ability to shoot 4K is, there are other cameras on the market (albeit at a higher price point) that shoot 4K. Slow motion of this quality is an incredibly useful tool. Note that you can't use the VFR in the 200Mbit settings. This is not even approaching the reasonable limits of a downside. 100Mbit at this quality is incredible.
Tools
There are a variety of features that deeply improve the shooting experience. Focus peaking is brilliantly used, and it also makes the LCD sharpness that much more apparent. Zebra Levels are also available in all modes. Hitting the display button will toggle through modes of the LCD, including a built in tilt and level sensor. Manual focus assist is also massively improved, allowing you to select the size of the magnified area and where it appears on screen. Working in concert with the focus peaking makes manual shooting like I prefer top notch. The modes and ability of the AutoFocus is also impressive, but like 4K is so over-reviewed that I do not wish to beat that particular horse. The AF is great, but the takeaway is that the MF features are equally improved.
Additionally, there are options for Luminance, Pedestal, SS -> Shutter Angle, CineD (Increased Dynamic Range) and CineV (Increased contrast), and a lot of other settings that I'm just not going to cover at this point. The larger point behind it is what's critical: There have been MASSIVE upgrades to the ability to tweak your video, and it's a very capable and impressive piece of hardware.
Batteries
This is an oversight to a lot of people/companies, but this vital to people like me. I am used to having to buy AC adapters and power couplers to shoot events, as with the GH1 and 2 you couldn't feel too confident after an hour... but last night I shot a band with a GH1, 2 gh2's and my GH4. I was unable to procure an AC10 adapter for the GH4. After shooting 2 hours and 44 minutes without stop, I noticed the battery level indicator still had 3 bars. I had bought Third Party batteries (Wasabi BTR-BLF19-JWP) beforehand to have spares, and figured the power level indication just didn't work. I paused the recording between songs and started immediately again, figuring I'd rather not lose it all if the battery suddenly died. I recorded an additional 48 minutes and still had 3 bars. I went to a pizza place and was recording some stuff for slomo and low light and after 20 minutes of that, the battery dropped to 2 bars. I was SHOCKED. So apparently, you can shoot roughly FOUR HOURS before the battery drops a SINGLE bar. This makes me want to sell every other camera I own and buy several of these. I never have to look for another outlet to shoot events or long time lapse shots (which can now also be done in camera).
The Memory Cards
I am shooting with the Sandisk 95MB/s ExtremePro's. I have not shot 4K yet, but have shot a good bit of MP4 (24fps, 100 Mbit) and have had NO issues, even running at 96fps. 4K may be the decider, but if you are shooting HD this seems to be a non-issue.
Wifi Too?
Yep. If you have an android or iPhone, the camera has an app that works incredibly well... so if you want to shoot from a crane or bucket truck or remote control vehicle, you can, and retain recording control as well as focus. Wonderful addition.
Overall.
It's simple. It's as if the Wright brothers got done with the flight at Kitty Hawk, went back to the drawing board, and rolled out a P51 Mustang 3 years later. It's difficult to overstate the difference in value this camera represents over previous versions, which were themselves great values for the video capabilities. It's as if Chevy decided to give free upgrades on Cobalts to Corvettes.