Panasonic Lumix Bgh1 Cinema Camera
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Moving the Lumix camera range into fresh new territory, the Panasonic Lumix BGH1 Cinema Camerais a modular, box-style digital cinema camera with a miniature form factor, making it ideal for gimbal and drone work as well as broadcast, live streaming, vlogging, and cinema production. This box-style digital cinema camera features a 10.2MP M4/3 sensor, an MFT lens mount, and a wide 13-stop dynamic range to accommodate extreme changes in light. It records video with resolutions up to 4K60 and incorporates VariCam Look workflows such as V-Log L and Cinelike, dual-native ISO using its Venus Engine, anamorphic support, advanced AF (autofocus), numerous remote and power options, and it supports HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) color for vivid imagery to aid professional color grading. There are many features packed into this tiny form that make it the go-to production camera in any mobile and multicamera production environment.
The BGH1 provides multiple ways to record your footage to high data rate files in the ALL-Intra Long GOP, MOV, and MP4 recording formats with H.264 and H.265/HEVC codecs. The camera supports unlimited recording time and allows you to record 10-bit 4:2:2 video using the camera's dual SD card slots. It can output up to 4K via the HDMI 2.0 output, or you can output up to 1080p resolution via 3G-SDI. The camera allows you to output via HDMI and 3G-SDI simultaneously, so you can use one signal for monitoring and the other for recording. It also supports recording at variable frame rates up to 1080p240 for high-quality slow-motion video. Custom 3D LUTs can be uploaded into the camera using the SD card slots.
The BGH1 is also an ideal camera for multicamera environments, not only because it's highly mobile, but it includes timecode and genlock BNC ports, so you can sync up with other cameras to make syncing in post-production easy. Its RJ45 Gigabit LAN port allows you to sync with other networked BGH1 cameras, manage the camera settings and functions, and even perform direct IP streaming with a future firmware update. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functionality are also integrated for monitoring, configuration, and control via a smartphone or tablet using the LUMIX Sync app. Another function integrated into the BGH1 is a USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C input to control the camera with the LUMIX Tether app, which allows you to capture still images and control up to 12 BGH1 cameras. There is also a 2.5mm LANC input for an additional camera control option with an optional external controller. Audio features include high-grade 48 kHz/24-bit LPCM format, an integrated stereo microphone, a 3.5mm mic input, and a 3.5mm headphone output. The optional DMW-XLR1 XLR adapter can be utilized using the camera's integrated hot shoe, allowing you to record with professional microphones.
Its compact form measures less than 4" square and weighs only 1.2 lb, so it can be used on gimbals or drones for high-quality stabilized footage. Its internal fan keeps the camera cool during long shoots, and its aluminum and magnesium housing provides protection and adds to the cooling factor. It also features four 1/4"-20 mounting threads for mounting on a plate, cage, or tripod mount. There are four user-programmable function buttons around the housing, as well as tally lights on the front and rear. You can power the BGH1 using the included power adapter, with a separately available high-capacity VBR-type battery using its integrated mount, or by using PoE+ (Power-over-Ethernet) via the LAN port with compatible PoE equipment. There is also a cable lock included for keeping your camera cables secure, so they don't disconnect.
10.2MP M4/3 MOS Sensor, MFT Lens Mount 4K60, 4:2:2, H.264/H.265/HEVC Recording 13 Stops of Dynamic Range, HLG Imaging Dual-Native ISO, VariCam Look & V-Log L Variable Frame Rates from 60 to 240 fps Remote Control via USB Type-C, LAN, LANC Ethernet with PoE+, VBR Battery Mount Anamorphic Video & 3D LUT Support Durable Magnesium & Aluminum Body
Key Specs | |
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Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 10.2 Megapixel (3680 x 2760) |
Image Sensor | 19 x 13 mm (Four Thirds) MOS |
Image Stabilization | No |
ISO Sensitivity Range | 160 to 51,200 (Extended: 80 to 204,800) |
Internal Recording Modes | AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264/H.264 Long GOP/MOV/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit 3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit 3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 400 Mb/s] 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 400 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit 3328 x 2496 from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s] 4096 x 2160 from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p from 2 to 240 fps [100 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [100 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [24 to 28 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | 4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI 4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 4:2:2 10-Bit via SDI/BNC 1920 x 1080p up to 59.94 fps |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Video I/O | 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output 1x HDMI 2.0 Output |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Panasonic LUMIX Sync |
Battery Type | Panasonic AG-VBR Series |
Imaging | |
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens Communication | Yes |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 10.2 Megapixel (3680 x 2760) |
Image Sensor | 19 x 13 mm (Four Thirds) MOS |
Image Stabilization | No |
Built-In ND Filter | No |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Exposure Control | |
Shutter Type | Electronic Rolling Shutter |
ISO Sensitivity Range | 160 to 51,200 (Extended: 80 to 204,800) |
Advertised Dynamic Range | 13 Stops |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 9.7 dB |
Video Capture | |
Internal Recording Modes | AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264/H.264 Long GOP/MOV/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit 3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [150 to 400 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit 3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 400 Mb/s] 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 400 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit 3328 x 2496 from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s] 4096 x 2160 from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p from 2 to 240 fps [100 Mb/s] AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/H.264/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [100 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [24 to 28 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | 4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI 4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 4:2:2 10-Bit via SDI/BNC 1920 x 1080p up to 59.94 fps |
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | Yes |
Gamma Curve | Panasonic V-Gamut, Panasonic V-Log |
Built-In Microphone | Stereo |
Audio Recording | MOV: 2/4-Channel 48 kHz LPCM Audio MOV: 2/4-Channel 96 kHz LPCM Audio MP4: 2/4-Channel 48 kHz LPCM Audio MP4: 2/4-Channel 96 kHz LPCM Audio |
IP Streaming | No |
Still Image Capture | |
Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
Interface | |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Video I/O | 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output 1x HDMI 2.0 Output |
Audio I/O | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output |
Power I/O | 1x Barrel (12VDC) Input |
Other I/O | 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Control/Data/Video Input 1x BNC (Timecode) Data Input/Output 1x BNC (Genlock) Data Input/Output 1x RJ45 (LAN) Control/Monitor/Video Input/Output 1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini (LANC) Control Input |
Wireless | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Bluetooth Video Output, Control |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Panasonic LUMIX Sync |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | No |
Viewfinder | |
Type | Optional, Not Included |
Focus | |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Automatic, Focus Lock AF Area Mode, Manual Focus |
Autofocus Points | 255 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -6 to +20 EV |
General | |
Operating Conditions | 22 to 72°F / -10 to 40°C at 10 to 80% Humidity |
Battery Type | Panasonic AG-VBR Series |
PoE Support | PoE+ 802.3at |
Shoe Mount | No |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Netflix Approved | Yes |
Material of Construction | Aluminum |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 3.7 x 3.7 x 3.1" / 9.3 x 9.3 x 7.8 cm (Without Protrusions) |
Weight | 1.2 lb / 545 g (Body Only) |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 2.835 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.2 x 7 x 6.4" |
- M4/3 10.2MP MOS sensor
- Anamorphic video support
- MFT lens mount
- 13 stops of dynamic range
- Dual native ISO
- Lightweight at 1.2 lb
- Internal fan to keep camera cool
- Measures less than 4" square for lightweight applications on drones or gimbals
- HDMI 2.0 and 3G-SDI video outputs
- Record up to 4K60 10-bit 4:2:2 to SD cards or HDMI/3G-SDI outputs simultaneously
- Unlimited recording time
- USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C input for control with LUMIX Tether app
- 2.5mm LANC input for camera control
- Gigabit Ethernet via RJ45 for remote control and PoE+ power support
- Direct IP streaming with a future firmware update
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support to control the camera using a smartphone or tablet
- Integrated stereo microphone, 3.5mm mic input, and 3.5mm headphone output
- The optional DMW-XLR1 XLR adapter can be installed using the camera's hot shoe
- Four programmable Fn buttons
- Tally lights on front and rear
- Genlock BNC input/output
- Timecode BNC input/output
- Dual SD card slots
- Included 12 VDC power adapter
- Integrated VBR battery mount
- Cable lock
- 3-Year extended warranty with registration
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. I heard that the BGH1 doesn't output anamorphic desqueeze over HDMI. Dows it output it over the 3G-SDI ?
A: no it will not output de-squeezed anamorphic over SDI
Q: 2. Can it work with the new SmallHD Focus Pro monitors ?
A: Yes, just plug the camera in using SDI.
Q: 3. Will the supplied ac power unit charge an attached battery to camera ?
A: Yes the AC power will charge the battery that is in the camera.
Q: 4. does this camera have an App like the Panasonic Image App that I use with my GH4?
A: There are Tether Apps and other LUMIX functions, but we cannot confirm if this is the same as that of the GH4.
Q: 5. I had an old metabones speed booster which i bought for my black magic cinema camera 2.5k, which also worked on my gh5s. will that speed booster work on this camera too?
A: While it depends, yes, it will most likely work fine. However, I would rigorously test. Even better, have a camera technician check it out before the big shoot.
Q: 6. Is NDI supported?
A: No, NDI is not supported on this camera.
Q: 7. does it support sony Lens or need a adapter to use sony lens?
A: It does not, since the Sony E-mount flange focal distance (18.00mm) is shorter than the Micro Four Thirds flange focal distance (19.25mm).
Q: 8. Can you power these over the ethernet port?
A: Yes you can as long as you are connected to a network switch or POE injector that provides POE+
Q: 9. Does this record 4K 60p internally at 10-bit 4:2:2?
A: For UHD 4K 60P, the BGH1 can record at 10-bit 4:2:0 If you need 10-bit 4:2:2, this camera can record at 4K 30P.
Q: 10. What is the hole spacing in millimeters for the side 1/4-20 mounts?
A: It is an industry standard. It will match any camera mounting plate.
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