At A Glance

If shooting HD video is a priority, the beginner-friendly GH1 is a great option. But it's pricey, and it's not quite a DSLR.

Manufacturer’s Description

The advanced technology of the LUMIX GH1 has enabled a level of image expression that never before existed. It brings a gentle, soft focus to both photos and movies and enhances every single shot with the beauty of HD. Its new kit lens also provides continuous auto focusing for both photos and movies, creating a next-generation interchangeable lens system camera. The GH1 realizes creative images that exceed even your loftiest expectations. All in the new GH1.

The Specs

Display
Display size 3.0 inches
Viewfinder Electronic
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Ports and Connections
MultiMedia Card (MMC) or MultiMediaCard (MMC) MMC
Available Interfaces No
Power
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Dimensions
Width 4.9 inches
Depth 3.5 inches
Height 1.8 inches
Weight 0.85 pounds
Lens Features
Maximum Wide Angle (deprecated) 14.0 mm
Lens mount Interchangeable
Focus features Yes
Storage Media
SD card SD Memory Card
Supported Image Formats
JPG Yes
Warranty
Warranty information 1 Year Limied Warranty

Performance

Performance (New)
Exposure Fair
Color Fair
Sharpness Good
Distortion Good
Performance
Image Quality, Exposure 40.3
Image Quality, Distortion--Noise 60.9
Image Quality, Sharpness 50.3
Image Quality, Exposure--Flash 42.9
Image Quality, Color--Adjusted 58.8
Image Quality, Color--Auto 39.8
Image Quality, Distortion--Sharp Interpolation 67.8
Image Quality, Color 49.3
Image Quality, Overall 43.9
Image Quality, Exposure--Normal 39.2
Image Quality, Distortion 66.7
Image Quality Score Good
Image Quality, Distortion--Noise Reduction 76.8