Panasonic Lumix G7 4K Digital Mirrorless Camera Bundle with Lumix G Vario 14-42mm and 45-150mm Lenses, 16MP, 3-Inch Touch LCD, DMC-G7WK (USA Black)

EDITED 8/17/2015: I recently received a Panasonic G7 from Amazon, and I have already shot over 20,000 frames with it during the seven weeks I've had it (with many different lenses, and with mostly using the electronic shutter), plus a few video tests. Since I already own the Panasonic G5, and GH4 (and I also had the G6), and have shot over 125,000(!) photos with these MFT cameras, I was familiar with Panasonic cameras, and also with the menu settings changes I generally make to get what I want in the images. The G7 fits “neatly” between the very small and light G5/6 bodies and the considerably larger and heavier GH4 (although that one is still relatively compact compared with most dSLRs, and its MFT lenses are also generally very compact and light – and this gear is FUN to carry and use!). I value the GH4 for its excellent EVF, great grip (it is easy and secure to use one-handed), its excellent set of useful external controls, its wide range of useful options in its easily-used menus, the excellence of its stills-quality (with selected type and sample of lenses, and with customized menu settings), and its great video capabilities. I value the G5 for its sharp EVF (the one on the G6 has better color and contrast, but it is not as sharp), its miniscule size and weight, its very good external controls and menus, and the excellence of its stills and video (although the G5, unlike the G6, has no external mic input, and it is without focus-peaking). The G7 is a nice combination of the good qualities of both the G5/6 and the GH4, at a lower price in size, weight, and cost compared with the GH4 - although it is without weather-sealing and high data-rate and slow-motion 1080 video options (but it does have 100Mbps 4K-24/30P video plus “4K-Photo” options). The excellent EVF is similar to the one in the GH4, the grip is almost as good, the external controls (both buttons and knobs) are unusually numerous and useful, and the menus are similar to, and consistent with, those of the other models in the line. A few items have been added to what the G5 had: 4K-Photo/Video, the tone-curve adjustment shared with the GX7/8 and GH4 (I find this very useful!), “Diffraction Compensation” (I briefly tried this and decided to leave it “Off” – it progressively sharpens the image as the lens is stopped down to its smallest stops to offset the softening normally resulting from diffraction, but this can result in excessive noise even in good light - and this sharpening can be done better during editing), and an external mic input similar to the one on the G6 (but missing on the G5 and GX7). Using the G7's electronic shutter, leaving the EVF and camera always-on during shooting sessions, and using no flash, I get well over 600 JPG highest-quality frames per battery charge. As for color and other photo characteristics, I appreciate having the ability to adjust EVERYTHING on these Panasonic MFT cameras (color balance and saturation, contrast, color-curves, sharpening and noise-reduction levels, etc.) - and I also appreciate being able to match surprisingly well the EVF's characteristics with those of my reference computer monitor so that I get very useful and accurate previewing while using the EVF (with a floppy wide-brimmed hat worn while outdoors to shade the EVF). These cameras are a "tweaker's" (read, "perfectionist's"...;-) dream come true...! Overall, I have no real complaints with the G7, although a few things bothered me very slightly at first. As with the GH4, the rear “dial” (which on the G7 is a circle of buttons as with the G5, rather than a wheel as with the GH4) gets somewhat “hidden” below the rear surface of the camera toward the “dial’s” upper right – but this is to keep it from being unintentionally pressed/moved by the right hand gripping the camera. It took me a bit of time to remember the new way to access exposure bias adjustment (I generally use A-Priority, setting the aperture for best lens performance with each lens and/or for best DOF for what I want in the image – and I often adjust exposure-bias as I shoot, using the excellent EVF as a guide), and it required a button-push to access this on the G7 (the G5/6 and GH4 can be left with the rear thumb-wheel needing only to be moved in order to adjust exposure bias). But, I discovered that with going into "Dial Set" in the menus, I was able to enable exposure biasing with a simple turn of the rear wheel (no button press required!;-). Also, the image resolution is very slightly smaller than that of the other Panasonic cameras I've used, but this is of little practical consequence. And, as others have noticed, the G7's (and also my GH4's) serial number tends to "evaporate" - and with my G7, there is now no trace remaining of that number. Panasonic has recognized this issue, and if both the box label with the serial number and the purchase invoice are retained, and if the camera is registered with Panasonic, the warranty will be honored. Bottom line: this is one HECK of a nice camera, at a very decent price! Highly recommended! (A few photos taken with the G7 are attached...) --DR

With prices of today's cameras so high, the G7 can be found for around $250 used and it is plenty of camera for most people. I highly recommend it. I've had the camera since 2017 and it is my only m43 camera. I use it with the 14-140ii, 9-18mm, 25mm/1.7 and 43/1.8 primes. It has been a great reliable camera through the years taken to hikes in the mountains, vacations and family gatherings - always delivering good pictures and videos. I think that the shutter shock issue was a little overblown. It has never been an issue for me even keeping the camera in mechanical only shutter. Not saying it does not exist but it is not something that had bothered me. I used the G7 to record my daughter's soccer games for a couple of years and it performed well there as well managing to keep up focus with the action. I used only FHD 60fps so cannot comment on the 4K video. The microphone port made a huge difference in recording good sound. The body is very light at only 400g which keeps the package easy to carry for extended periods of time. With the 14-140 lens the combo weights almost the same as my Sony A57 DSLR alone. The newer upgrades G85 and G95 have gotten bulkier and heavier. Adding image stabilization is probably the main reason for that. With the 14-140 having IOS and the prime lenses being fast I have not missed the in-body image stabilization of the newer models, hence never upgraded. The ergonomics are great with two control dials and plenty of customizable buttons. I love the well placed quick focus mode selector switch and the touchscreen focus select area while looking through the viewfinder. I like the power slider next to the mode dial on the right side of the camera allowing one hand operation when needed. The power switch being on the left side of the camera is what I did not like on all Olympus bodies when I was deciding which brand to go with. I have a small Meike tilt and swivel TTL flash that works really great with the G7. It makes for a light combo at family gatherings for high quality bounced flash pictures. I use only RAW so cannot comment on the JPEG engine. The RAW files allow lots of latitude during processing. Lifting shadows and lowering highlights works very well. ISO up to 3200/6400 is perfectly usable when processed properly.

I'm so happy with this purchase and that I finally upgraded from the old tech and murky IQ from Canon and the unreliable Sony's (VIDEO SPECIFIC WORK) - Great Video Capabilities and great IQ in both 4K/100Mbps and 1080p/28Mbps (and don't let 28mpbs fool you!! Panasonic's 1080p is way better than the recent Sony's with a really soft 1080p) - Battery life is actually impresive making it very reliable for any type of work. (It's always smart to have a spare) - File size and MP4 codec is easy and so friendly to edit even in 4K on my PC. - Super friendly UI it took me nothing to set up and understand most features of the camera. - ISO noise is improved or better than the GH4. - Nice ergonomic design overall. IMPORTANT Coming from APC and FF world. M43 size sensors are nothing to complain about. You can even buy a focal reducer to "fix it" if you're not getting that 35mm equivalent or bokeh bothers you that much. For me the sensor size is another nice but overrated feature that other brands use to sell and justify their costs along with other lousy features but almost never a real IQ improvement but.. hey you get a real nice and expensive door stopper so don't let me stop you. The only minimal cons I have are - The kit 14-42 lens size and plastic feel. ( Yes, it looks and feels more like a little toy lens than a real lens yet it holds amazing quality for a kit lens) - LCD color/temperature is inacurate but you can tweak it a bit on your settings.. still double checking the OLED LVF for colors/temp will help you alot. - Saddly no HDMI out on this one while recording.. BUT you can use Panasonic's Image app via Wifi and use any smartphone or tablet as a monitor and camera controller. - Very lightweight for handheld shoting (if you like that kind of work) attempting this you'll end up with a lot of beautiful shaky 4k footage even if you have good pulse but also this can be improved with a weighted handgrip or cage. - SD card compartment at the bottom. (Not an Issue if you have a high capacity SD card but it is if you're constantly changing it)

This is a hyper solid camera for the price. If you're looking to dip your toe into the Panasonic ecosystem this is a solid intro. I bought it to experiment with Micro4/3 and Panasonic lenses without dropping $2,000 on a GH5. It has some HARD limitations but you can account for a lot of them. I have a couple uses: 1. In studio web shows. 2. Smallscale short film production. --- In studio it's a beast. With good lighting and audio input this thing looks/sounds amazing. Even the kit lens. It's simple and straightforward, and the recording time/file sizes are super manageable. Additionally with an Elgato HD60s you can run the camera directly into a PC to use it for live streaming. I use it to record format shows/podcasts and run my audio directly into the camera. It's a super simple workflow made possible by how solid this camera is. As a film production camera, this is where the limitations come into play. It doesn't handle low light too well. In my experience, the image was barely usable at 1600 ISO if you're trying to make a decent looking film. That was on my Rokinon 35mm T1.5. It just gets grain and distortion really easily. Additionally the focus/autofocus isn't the most intuitive. The auto focus is practically nonexistent. I could never get a sharp image with it. On top of that, the focus peaking just didn't seem to do its job. With some practice you can get better at focusing this camera, but other cameras don't take the work. This issue was fairly consistent with different lenses and setups. With all that said, depending on your use case you really can't beat it for the price. The 4K is solid and when you can get everything to come together you can make ridiculously good looking projects with this.

What a camera you're getting for this price point! The Panasonic G7 is the sixth camera in their G series line, and I have to say they have finally nailed it. This camera sits right in the sweet spot of performance, size, and price. It is considered a mid level camera but can do just about anything the higher end models can. The 16 mp sensor has been refined and provide good high iso performance. RAW files are easy to work with. The headline feature 4K video is top notch although you have limited manual controls for video recording. Speaking of controls, this camera bristles with dials, levers, and buttons. It is a call back to the original G1 and G2 and I love it. Handling is top notch, everything falls into place and all functions are within easy reach for fast access. The grip is superb and I really think this is the best handling camera out there. Auto focus is fast and accurate, but that also depends on the lens. So what's not to like? Not much. The build materials are plastic, but overall build quality is quite good. No in body stabilization, this is a big deal to some. I don't know why, I don't think it is such a big deal. No weather sealing but we are talking about a mid level camera here, if you want to check all the boxes you will be looking at a more expensive camera. Saying that though Pentax manages to weather seal all their bodies so it can be done Panasonic! Overall, for this price point it is tough to find a better camera. Highly recommended! Use the money you save to get some lenses. Because as good a camera body is, it's really the lens that makes the biggest difference. I see a lot of people upgrading to a new camera expecting to be blown away, but always end up disappointed. Simply because they just use the kit lenses the cameras come with. If you couldn't tell I really like this camera. I'm a portrait photographer and you can see a lot of my work on Flickr. Just search my name I guess. Happy shooting!

This is a great little camera. All the features of a DSLR, slightly more compact size, reasonable lens selection. The best feature for me is that it takes great quality video with superior low-light conditions with reduced noise is darker area. The 4/3 processor does such a great job of delivering bright, colorful photos and videos across a broad spectrum of lighting conditions. The best part is, that it doesn't limit the 4K video recording time. You can set the camera so that it creates a new file once the max recording is reached, but it doesn't just stop recording. One down side, the focus is a little sluggish on video mode and it doesn't track objects particularly well.

Pros: There are a massive amount of settings on this camera. The extended manual is a 411 page beast and extremely well written. Most of my filming is done in my office with ceiling fan lights. I've seen videos saying that the iso setting is for fake light whereas I think it is a throwback to the film iso rating when I was shooting with film. For instance in the 1970's I was shooting with film that had an iso rating of 25 or 160. I still have my Gosen Light Meter from back then and I find it is still useful today. This camera enables you to set the color temperature of your light source. This camera is far superior to the camcorders which do not have interchangeable lenses. The learning curve on all of the various settings is immense, but it is a great upgrade and worth reading the manual. The attached video I took while bike riding with my wife. through the park and here is a flash photo in my living room. Cons: The only complaint I have is that this camera cannot run from a USB power source and charge the battery while operating the camera Details: 4k Videos: ffprobe produces: [mov,mp4,m4a,3gp,3g2,mj2 @ 0x5f94a6ae3e00] st: 0 edit list: 1 Missing key frame while searching for timestamp: 15015 [mov,mp4,m4a,3gp,3g2,mj2 @ 0x5f94a6ae3e00] st: 0 edit list 1 Cannot find an index entry before timestamp: 15015. Input #0, mov,mp4,m4a,3gp,3g2,mj2, from 'P1000020.MP4': Metadata: major_brand : mp42 minor_version : 1 compatible_brands: mp42avc1 creation_time : 2024-05-03T14:39:36.000000Z Duration: 00:01:51.61, start: 0.000000, bitrate: 93603 kb/s Stream #0:0[0x1](und): Video: h264 (High) (avc1 / 0x31637661), yuvj420p(pc, bt709, progressive), 3840x2160 [SAR 1:1 DAR 16:9], 93459 kb/s, 23.98 fps, 23.98 tbr, 360k tbn (default) Metadata: creation_time : 2024-05-03T14:39:36.000000Z vendor_id : [0][0][0][0] Stream #0:1[0x2](und): Audio: aac (LC) (mp4a / 0x6134706D), 48000 Hz, stereo, fltp, 125 kb/s (default) Metadata: creation_time : 2024-05-03T14:39:36.000000Z vendor_id : [0][0][0][0] This is the first time I saw missing Key or missing index. The important thing is that SAR (Saved Aspect Ratio) is 1:1 which is good whereas I have seen the SAR and DAR (Display Aspect Ratio) out of sync on some camcorders.

The Panasonic G7KS a nice addition to their G series lineup, and it feels like they've really hit a home run this time. It sits in that perfect spot – powerful enough to handle a variety of tasks, but still compact and affordable. While it's categorized as a mid-level camera, its capabilities rival some higher-end models. Here's what impressed me most: Image Quality: The 16MP sensor delivers impressive high ISO performance, and the RAW files are easy to edit for even more creative control. Stellar Video: The headline feature, 4K video, is amazing! However, it's worth noting that manual controls are limited for videography. Superb Handling: This camera is a dream to use. It's packed with dials, buttons, and levers reminiscent of the earlier G1 and G2 models, making everything readily accessible and intuitive. The grip is fantastic – easily the best I've experienced. Fast and Accurate Focus: Autofocus is snappy and dependable, although lens choice can also play a role here. Now, let's talk about some potential downsides: Mostly Plastic Build: While the overall build quality feels solid, the materials used are primarily plastic. No In-Body Stabilization (IBIS): This might be a dealbreaker for some shooters, but honestly, it wasn't a major issue for me. No Weather Sealing: Remember, this is a mid-range camera. If you need all the bells and whistles like weather sealing, you'll likely be looking at a higher price tag. That being said, Pentax manages to include weather sealing in all their bodies, so it is possible, Panasonic! Overall, considering the price tag, the Panasonic G7KS is a tough act to beat. It's a fantastic value and highly recommended! Invest the money you save on some quality lenses – after all, great glass makes a world of difference in image quality. Many people upgrade to a new camera expecting a drastic improvement, only to be disappointed because they're still using the basic kit lens.

This camera is quite the bang for your buck! Great 4K video, lots of programmable buttons, articulating screen, and it comes with a lens as well! Only downside is no headphone jack, but I record audio externally anyways so this doesn't affect me. Also make sure you get a fast SD card, as slower ones will not work with the camera if you're trying to record 4K. Overall it's a great little camera the gives you almost all of the features of the GH4 but at a fraction of the price!

Todos sabemos que las camaras de calidad tanto Reflex como Mirorless son caras. Yo uso la camara para trabajar, tenemos una agencia de marketing digital. Antes usaba la Canon Rebel T5i y ahora estamos usando esta Panasonic Lumix G7. Principales diferencias entre la G7 y la Rebel T5i: TAMAÑO Ganador: Lumix G7 - La G7 es mirrorless por lo que es mas chica de tamaño y mas ligera . Ademas usa sensor micro cuatro tercios por lo que los lentes son mas compactos comparados con los de la Canon. CALIDAD EN FOTOGRAFIA Ganador: Lumix G7 - Usamos tanto la Canon T5i como la Lumix G7 para tomar fotografia de comida y creemos que la G7 es mejor que la T5i por la viveza de los colores. El unico punto negativo de la G7 es que las fotos son en tamaño 16MB y las de la Canon T5i es de 18MB. CALIDAD EN VIDEO Ganador: Lumix G7 - La G7 graba en 4K por lo que no hay punto de comparación. En video la T5i no tiene nada que hacer contra la G7. FUNCIONES EXTRAS: Ganador: Lumix G7 - Aun no termino de descubrir al 100% la camara, pero hasta ahora he visto dos funciones muy practicas que no tiene la T5i. La primera es foto en 4K; basicamente te permite grabar pequeños clips de video y de ahi sacar fotos 4K de excelente calidad de 8MB. Y la otra funcion es la de timelapse: se pueden crear los efectos de timelapse muy fácilmente. FACILIDAD DEL SOFTWARE: Ganador: Canon T5i - Quiza es porque aun no me acostumbro al sistema de Panasonic, pero se me hacia mas facil el sistema Canon. Pero igual aquí es cuestión de acostumbrarse. Creo que las camaras Reflex ya van de salida. Si vas a comprar una camara te recomiendo una mirrorless. Y si estas comparando entre la Canon T5i y la Lumix G7, te puedo decir con seguridad que la Lumix G7 es mucho mejor. Tiene mas funciones y podrás grabar video en 4K.

Tengo años que no compraba una cámara de lentes intercambiables, no lo hacia por el precio, el peso y el volumen, estuve viendo camaras "full frame" pero su precio estaba elevadisimo, pense en una "bridge" pero queria poder ponerle lentes, no conocia el formato micro 4/3 y me lo tope en videos de youtube, despues de ver lo que esta camara podia hacer, tome la decision de comprarla, esta camara panasonic lumix G7 resulto ser excelente, el formato micro 4/3 hace que la camara sea mas compacta que las "full frame", por lo que es mas portatil, ligera y facil de transportar, al tener un "crop" de 2, un lente de 25mm equivale a uno de 50 mm, trae un lente 14-42 mm que equivale a un 28-84mm, su equivalente es el doble del tamaño, los lentes son muy economicos y faciles de transportar (en comparacion de las otras marcas), la llevo a todas partes sin problemas, le he comprado dos lentes aparte del que traia incluida y son excelentes, gracias a que el precios de los lentes es bastante economicos y faciles de transportar, estoy pensando comprar muchos mas, quiero experimentar que diferentes formatos y caracteristicas de los lentes disponibles, la camara me ha gustado muchisimo, tiene funciones de camaras de precio mucho mas elevado, estoy mas que satisfecho con la camara, si la volveria a comprar? claro que si y la recomiendo ampliamente

It is great camera for beginners as well as professional s..Because it has plenty of options....It will take some time to get acquainted with it...It is the camera for youtubers, and vloggers...I am happy to own a camera like this...still I am testing it...once it is completed, I will express my opinion...

Me costó menos de 10,000 lo cual es muy peculiar para una mirrorles en primera instancia, la he estado probando para varios tipos de foto, el cuerpo funciona de maravilla y todas las funcionalidades que tiene la hacen extremadamente versátil y relativamente fácil de usar. Tiene una excelente calidad en sus materiales, incluso el lente, pero eso me lleva a la limitación: el lente. El lente con el que viene es bueno, pero muy limitado, evidentemente es lago básico y te limita en cuanto a las capacidades que la cámara podría tener. Puede ser necesario un telefoto y/o un prime de 25mm para tener mejores capacidades (también depende del tipo de foto que quieres tomar), que Amazon tambien ofrece.