Update: Looks like the camera WILL be able to record 4K without an external recorder. It’ll require a UHS Class III card, but it is supposedly possible. (via 4/3 Rumors).
We now have the GH4 pricing! Wow… I gotta say I’m very impressed with how affordable this camera is (see GH4 pricing below).
So, we now have a 4K, 1080p with 60fps, clean HDMI out, 10 bit, XLR capable, weather sealed camera for around $3,000 AND a body only option for just under $1,700… Wow.
Panasonic GH4 Body Only $1,698
- 16.05 MP Digital Live MOS Sensor
- DCI 4K 4096×2160 at 24p
- UHD 4K 3840×2160 at 30p/24p
- Full HD up to 60p
- 3.0″ 1,036k-Dot OLED Monitor
- 2,359K-Dot OLED Live View Finder
- Support for 59.94p, 23.98p, 50p, & 24p
- 4:2:2 8-Bit or 10-Bit HDMI Output
- High-Speed 49-Point Autofocus
- Magnesium Alloy, Weather-Sealed Body
Panasonic GH4 Body with Interface Unit $3,298
- 16.05 MP Digital Live MOS Sensor
- DCI 4K 4096×2160 at 24p
- UHD 4K 3840×2160 at 30p/24p
- Full HD up to 60p
- 3.0″ 1,036k-Dot OLED Monitor
- 2,359K-Dot OLED Live View Finder
- Support for 59.94p, 23.98p, 50p, & 24p
- Interface Unit with 2-Channel XLR Inputs
- Audio Level Controls and Display Monitor
- HDMI & 3G-SDI Output / Timecode
Panasonic Lumix DMW-YAGH Interface Unit for GH4 $1,999
- For Professional Audio/Video Workflows
- 2x Monaural XLR Inputs
- Line/Mic Level Switch & Phantom Power
- Audio Level Display Monitor
- 2x 3G-SDI Capable BNC Connectors
- 2x HD-SDI Capable BNC Connectors
- Quad-Link SDI Output for 4:2:2/10-Bit 4K
- HDMI Output
- Timecode In
- 12VDC 4-Pin XLR Power Input
What’s Your Next Move?
So what will you do with this news? Thinking about upgrading? Or are you still interested in something like the C100 or Blackmagic 4K? Share your thoughts in the comments!