Panasonic GH3 Specifications

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Auto Focus

Auto FocusYes
Auto Focus TypeContrast Detection: Face detection, AF Tracking, 23-area-focusing, 1-area-focusing, Pinpoint (Full area touch is available)
Auto Focus Assist Light?Yes
Manual FocusYes

Power

Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View)540 shots
Battery Form FactorProprietary
Usable Battery Types7.2v 1860 mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter)Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger IncludedYes
Internal Charging SupportedNo

Lens & Optics

Digital Zoom Values2x, 4x; Magnification ratio depends on recording pixels and aspect ratio
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
Lensn/a
Integrated ND FilterNo
Filter Threadn/a
Thread Typen/a
Optical Image StabilizationNo
Digital ZoomYes

Image Sensor

On-Sensor Phase DetectNo
DxO Sensor Score71
DxO Color Depth Score (bits)22.7
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs)12.4
Sensor TypeLive MOS
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso)812
Sensor ManufacturerPanasonic
Effective Megapixels16.1
Sensor Format4/3
Approximate Pixel Pitch3.75 microns
Focal Length Multiplier2.0x
Aspect Ratio4:3
Color Filter TypeRGBG
Anti Aliasing FilterFixed
Self-CleaningYes
Sensor shift image stabilizationNo

Image Storage

Usable Memory TypesSD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS SupportUHS-I
Dual Card SlotsNo
RAW Capture SupportYes
Uncompressed FormatRAW, RAW + JPEG
Included MemoryNo memory included

Image Capture

Image Resolution4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3), 4608 x 3072 (14.2 MP, 3:2), 4608 x 2592 (11.9 MP, 16:9), 3456 x 3456 (11.9 MP, 1:1), 3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 3264 x 2176 (7.1 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 1840 (6.0 MP, Other), 2448 x 2448 (6.0 MP, 1:1), 2336 x 1720 (4.0 MP, Other), 2336 x 1560 (3.6 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1744 x 1744 (3.0 MP, 1:1), 1824 x 1368 (2.5 MP, 4:3), 1824 x 1216 (2.2 MP, 3:2), 1824 x 1024 (1.9 MP, 16:9), 1712 x 1712 (2.9 MP, 1:1)
Image File FormatJPEG (EXIF 2.3), MPO, RAW, RAW + JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second6.1

General

Size5.2 x 3.7 x 3.2 in. (133 x 93 x 82 mm)
WaterproofNo
Waterproof Depthn/a
Model NumberGH3
Camera FormatCompact System Camera
Currently ManufacturedNo
Retail Price$1299.99
Street Price$797.99
Date Available2012-12-30
Tripod MountYes

Viewfinder

ViewfinderEVF / OLED
Viewfinder TypeEVF: 1,746K-dot OLED, 100% coverage, 1.34x / 0.67x (35mm eq.) magnification, 21mm eyepoint, -4 to +4 diopter, eye sensor
Focus PeakingNo
EVF Resolution1,746,000 dots
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.67x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed)1.34x

Exposure

Exposure Compensation+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes144-zone Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot
Program Auto ExposureYes
Aperture PriorityYes
Shutter PriorityYes
Full Manual ExposureYes
Creative Exposure ModesClear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome
Self Timer2, 10, 3 shots after 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer)Yes
Maximum ISO (native)12800
High Resolution CompositeNo
Minimum ISO (native)200
ISO SettingsAuto, Intelligent ISO, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800; in 1/3 or 1 EV steps; expandable to ISO 125 and ISO 25600; Up to ISO 3200 in Auto
Auto ISO ModeYes
White Balance SettingsAuto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1/2, Color Temperature Setting (2,500-10,000K in 100K steps)
Shutter Speed Range1/4000 - 60 sec
Bulb ModeYes

Video Capture

HD Video OutYes
HD Video ConnectionHDMI
Can take moviesYes
Movie Resolution1920x1080 (60p/​60i/​30p/​24p) 1280x720 (60p/​30p) 640x480 (30p) 1920x1080 (Slow: 60p/​50p/​30p) 1920x1080 (Fast: 15p/​12p/​8p)
Movie File FormatMOV (ALL-I and IPB), AVCHD 2.0, MP4; with stereo audio
Movie File FormatMOV (ALL-I and IPB), AVCHD 2.0, MP4; with stereo audio
Composite Video OutYes
NTSC/PAL Switchable VideoNo

Flash

Flash Exposure Compensation+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Sync Socket
Built-in FlashYes
Flash ModesAuto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction (when iA, iA+), Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Off; Built-in flash supports wireless mode (4 channels, 3 groups)
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100)12.0 m / 39.4 ft.
Flash Range DescriptionLens dependent; GN = 17m (ISO 200)
Max Flash Sync1/160

Performance Timing

JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution)6.1
Flash cycle time, full power4.1 seconds
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution)Unlimited
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps)5.1
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames)24
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps)5.2
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames)20
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid)0.21 seconds
Shutter Lag (manual focus)0.086 seconds
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution)0.48
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash)0.38 seconds
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame)0.48
Shutter Lag (prefocused)0.079 seconds
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames)Unlimited
Shutter Lag (notes)Full Autofocus lag, Multi-area AF mode = 0.202s
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot)0.46
Startup Time0.8 seconds
Camera penalizes early shutter press?No
Play -> Record Time0.7 seconds

Software

Included SoftwarePHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.5 PE, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, Super LoiloScope (trial)

Display

Rear Display Size (inches)3.0
Rear Display Resolution614,000 dots (204,600 px)
TouchscreenYes
Articulating ScreenYes
Tilt Swivel ScreenYes
Selfie ScreenYes
Max Playback Zoom16.0x
Top Deck DisplayNo
Eye-level ViewfinderYes
Rear DisplayYes

Connectivity

BluetoothNo
Built-In GPSNo
Microphone JackYes
Headphone JackYes
External ConnectionsUSB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi
PictBridge CompliantYes
DPOF CompliantYes
Remote ControlYes
Remote Control TypeOptional wired DMW-RSL1
Connections (extended)Mini HDMI (Type-C), 2.5mm Remote Jack, 3.5mm Mic Jack, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Built-In Wi-FiYes
NFCNo

Basic

Sensor size224.9mm2 (17.30mm x 13.00mm)
Weight19.6 oz (555 g) includes batteries