Panasonic have released pricing for the GH4, the much anticipated 4K DSLR – see it here in comparison tests against the Arri Alexa (a $40K professional camera).
All Prices are in Australian Dollars only.
DMC-GH4GN-K Body only
RRP $1999 (AUD)
DMC-GH4AGN-K Single kit with 12-35mm F2.8 lens
RRP $2999 (AUD)
AG-GH4UEN Body with YAGHY Interface Unit for professional workflow
RRP: $3999 (AUD)
AG-YAGHY Interface Unit for professional workflow
RRP: $2649 (AUD)
All kits will be available for purchase early May 2014.
See here for details and camera specs.
In addition, Panasonic have unveiled two F1.7 High Speed Single Focal Length Lens: LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH. (H-X015)
F1.7 High Speed Single Focal Length Lens: LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH. (H-X015)
Panasonic has unveiled a new digital interchangeable lens for the LUMIX G Series range – the LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH. (35 mm camera equivalent: 30 mm), complying with the Micro Four Thirds standard.
The new LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH offers outstanding optical performance and is fast, compact and lightweight; allowing photographers to capture classic images with a beautiful shallow depth of field. It will be available in Australia in June 2014 in both black and silver, priced at RRP $799.
The lens is equipped with an aperture ring and AF/MF switch for direct, intuitive operation. It has a high-quality metal design and mount, which is designed to be reliable and durable in the field.
When mounted on LUMIX G cameras, the lens takes advantage of the high-speed, high-precision Contrast AF system. It is also compatible with the sensor drive at max.240 fps to take maximum advantage of LUMIX G cameras with high-speed AF such as the LUMIX DMC-GM1
The new lens system is comprised of 9 elements in 7 groups and uses 3 aspherical lenses, which effectively suppress spherical aberration and distortion, while allowing downsizing of the lens unit. Panasonic’s Nano Surface Coating technology minimises reflection across the entire visual light range (380nm-780nm) by applying an extra-low refractive index coating with nano-sized structure on the lens surface. It results in a crystal-clear picture with dramatic reduction of ghosts and flare.
The lens incorporates a superior inner focus system, which enables excellent resolution and contrast from close-up to infinity. The inclusion of a newly developed stepping motor makes the focusing action smooth and silent for use in both photo and video recording.
The LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH will be available as a new single lens kit with the LUMIX DMC-GM1 (DMC-GM1LGN-S) in June. Pricing will be announced closer to release.
Excerpts from Press Release
