The details of the forthcoming MFT camera by Panasonic, Lumix BGH1, have leaked into the web by Nokishita. The camera is LUMIX’s first solid and robust boxy body which offers Cinema4K 60p 10bit unlimited video recording. Explore the info below.

Panasonic Lumix BGH1

Nokishita has just tweeted a link with full details of the upcoming MFT mirrorless by Panasonic. The info includes specs, press release,s and images of the new camera. It must be noted that the press release below was Google-translated from Japanese. We edited and filtered it a bit in order to focus on the essentials. Scroll down to learn more about the Lumix BGH1.

Lumix BGH1 press release (translated from Japanese)

LUMIX’s first innovative box-style body

The camera was developed to allow customization by professionals to meet various shooting styles and productions. LUMIX’s first innovative box-style body is packed with the advanced video performance as a part of the LUMIX GH series. By laying out a highly expandable cube-style design for professional utilization which became a trend, which supports a wide range of professional video needs, from compact one-man shooting to team-based shooting that requires the operation of multiple units.

Dual native ISO technology

The 10.2M Live MOS sensor is used to achieve beautiful imagery even in low-light environments. In addition, it is equipped with “dual native ISO technology” that enables more natural and beautiful still image/video recording with reduced noise. The highest ISO sensitivity for regular use is ISO51200, and the extended ISO sensitivity is ISO204800, expanding the possibilities of shooting range.

Video options : Cinema4K 60p 10bit

The BGH1 achieves 60p 10bit recording in Cinema4K (4096 x 2160) mode with reduced roiling-shutter artifacts. The maximum bit-rate is 400 Mbps. The HDMI output allows 4: 2: 2 10bit 4K 60p video to an external recorder. In addition, 4K anamorphic video recording supported. It can be selected “Cine-like D2” that prioritizes dynamic range and “Cine-like V 2” that emphasizes contrast from photo styles. Also, the camera has a wide dynamic range of 13 stops when shooting with V-Log L.

Unlimited recording

The heat dissipation apparatus is equipped with a high-precision mechanism that allows unlimited recording times, in all video recording modes.

Advanced AF capabilities

The Panasonic Lumix BGH1 owns a real-time AF with improved tracking accuracy by supporting head recognition. By adding “head recognition” of the human body to the automatic recognition algorithm that utilizes deep learning technology. Even in a moving subject or a scene where the face of a person is hidden, the camera automatically determines the shooting intention based on the position, size, and angle of view of the head and human body, and keeps focusing while suppressing background. “Face/pupil recognition AF” detects a person’s face and eyes and automatically focuses on them, and “head recognition” makes it possible to continue recognizing even small distanced faces. The combination of enhanced “Human Body Recognition AF” and “Face / Eye Recognition AF” allows more accurate AF tracking for moving people.

Double SD card slots

The BGH1 is equipped with two SD card slots. You can set “relay recording” to switch from the first to the second SD memory card when the card is full, and “backup recording” to record simultaneously with two SD memory cards,

Panasonic Lumix BGH1 sull specs

Explore the document below which contains the full specs of the cameras, as reported by Nokishita:

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Price and availability

The announcement is planned for the middle of November. The price was not included in the info above, however, the rumors indicate on less than $2,000.

Update

The camera has just announced by Panasonic. The price is $1,997.99 and it can be preordered from the B&H website.

Check out the introduction below: 

Summary

The Panasonic Lumix BGH1 seems like a decent entry-level MFT camera with high modularity characteristics. 4K and 10 bit (unlimited recording) inside a cube-style design might have its advantages. The question is if MFTsensors are still relevant within the pursuit after larger sensors. However, when we take the low price point into consideration, we got ourselves a neat product that can succeed. What are your thoughts about this camera?