Panasonic GH6 vs S1H 

This again is what I expect from you guys. Well informed and useful guidance. I'd like to also see GH6 vs. S5 and also let's just put it out there...the A7S3.

@1:34 you got the weight of the camera mixed around

Can we do an OM-1 vs GH6? Not necessarily for video - rather for next m4/3 champ.

thank you for this unbiased review. and to me the auto focus looks real good i didn't see any pulsing and i was watching on a 75 inch TV... i have 3 GH5's this is a HUGE improvement on something that wasn't as bad as many claim...(i learned how to get the best out of the older DFD) those that are haters go ahead get a different camera but for those of us that will use the gh6 daily better for us! this camera is more of a game changer than many are giving credit.....

Quick note, there’s a typo at 2:38, title reads “Handling” from the last category, when I think you intended for it to read “Displays”

You guys have become the very very best at this kind of review. Really clear, well organised and useful info. Keep at it! You are THE best source of help for vloggers and you tubers.

Awesome video! But I think maybe @1:33 you might have the weight swapped. Unless the gh6 is the heavyer camera.

I'd love to see gh6 + vazen 28 handeld only videos. Shooting anamorphic with no gimbal in a relatively small handheld package is wild. No one could do this type of setup years ago. It's game changing.

You got the weight swapped around 1:37 in. The GH6 is 823g, not the S1H

Thanks for the review. Exactly what i was looking for.. I love how you always let us know what camera you are using to shoot your footage. It speaks a lot on itself.. Please compare the GH6 and OM1, next!!

Was personally waiting for this. Glad it occurred to you guys to make it.

absolutely incredible opening shot

I have both the GH6 and the S1, the GH6 is fantastic in daylight ! But also surprisingly clean in low light till ISO 3200, but in order to get this performance, it uses a lot of noise reduction (like Sony) and detail filtering. The result is a not very detailed picture in 4K in low light even at ISO 200, some area are ok, but some don't, it is weird, a bit like Samsung did with the NX1 (For connoisseurs). A few people talk about this but it is obvious when comparing with the GH5 or the S1. It is very good for people who like soft and clean footage straight out of camera but it could be nice to get a firmware update to have the possibility to reduce even more the noise reduction and the details filtering.

As usual a fantastic video review. You guys are amazing and I never buy gear before you guys review it first. Thank you so much!

Thanks Jordan and Chris for another great review! If Panasonic would add these features -- especially the four channel audio and internal ProRes -- to the S1H Mark ii, they'd have an absolutely killer camera for doc work. Are there any indications when an S1H Mark ii might be coming? Later in 2022?

One other question: colorwise how well do the cameras match in grading?

Excellent comparison Jordan, I've always had a soft spot in my heart for m4/3 ever since the GH2.

micro four-thirds came a long way. amazing.

At 7:11 you have reproduced a problem pointed out by Gerald Undone. Colour streaks of noise propagating from focus gear edges. And these are vertical, so it is not banding. Did you report it to Panasonic?

Did not see a single instance of focus hunting. I do not need to upgrade from my G9 but do I have a choice?

The weight of the bodies are switched at 1:37

They should have made the gh6 with a super35 sensor and interchangable mounts imo

My buddy has an S1H, I remember it being way lighter than my Z6 even with the fins on the side(fan inside?). Pretty cool.

Just a happy pocket 4k user coming through:-).

Guys, great comparison but you got the weights swapped at 1:35.

Great comparison! I was watching and overall really enjoyed it. Client work will be fine even with Autofocus and GH6 as many dont notice the issues. There was one spot I personally noticed at 10:18 with autofocus getting soft but I am a pro and doubt that any customer would notice or care. RU-vidrs blow the autofocus issues way out of proportion. If you are talking the top pros for major commercial clients then yes, they need something better like Sony A7S iii but at that level you should be (and most I work with do) use a Sony FS7, FX6 or similar, a Sony FX3 is passable at that level and Sony A7S iii is barely an option but still a contender before we talk about RED cameras at the top pro level. For most average client work, we are talking local commercials, budgets of less than $10K, the GH6 will be more than adequate for that. Dont hassle yourself on specs. I purchased the Sony A7IV only to return it because I do think that camera is overpriced for what it is. They really call it a "beginner" and even "student" camera when I was in the photo store which is crazy to me with the price it is but when using it I see why they say that. So I do think that is priced how it should be but is overpriced if that makes sense. The GH6 will nail it for years to come with all the photo modes and the worst news is that it works the same autofocus-wise as the GH5 which every single GH5 owner does not care about. Sure, they are losing some Canon and Sony crossover who want to switch over but at this point Panasonic seems more inclined to take care of their existing user base which is fine by me. If they happen to figure out the autofocus issue in the future then that is just gravy for us fanboys.

Great review! I wasn't that impressed at first, but after watching more and more of these reviews, I am.

This is a great comparison. If I were starting video from scratch and had to choose between the GH6 and the S1H, I would probably lean toward the GH6.

Here's hoping that the image processor in the S1, S1H and S5 has the headroom for another AF firmware update. Perhaps Panasonic will bring the AF improvements to these cameras, similar to when they'd brought the G9 and GH5 MKII improvements in firmware 2.0 for the S1 series.

Is the body weight graphic mixed up? Commentary says GH6 is lighter but that doesn’t match what’s on screen

It will be really interesting for me to test GH6 vs. OM-1 for video quality - sharpness, DR, low light noise etc. I know that as video formats, profiles and tools GH6 is clear winner, as for AF and stabilisation is the OM, but how the actual picture is looking is very interesting.

"It's also cold....we could die and I don't wanna'"! A man after my own heart here (staying) inside; in Wisconsin (since November). :)

You guys make great reviews. I hope they pay you a lot of money.

Punching-in while recording finally comes with GH6! A bit disappointed by still sticking to the contrast based system, but being able to punch in while recording will make MF shooting more exciting.

Perhaps there will be a G9 update using the new sensor. That would be nice.

A good idea for an episode. Thanks. For my work (filming narratives), autofocus is a no-no. I do LOVE the IBIS because I'm in love with tracking shots and a steadicam might not be necessary. Super high frame rates are not important to me, but maybe 60 fps would be. Did you notice a magenta tint problem?

What resonates with me is 'what am I gonna grab to run out the door' and I totally agree that if I'm running outside to shoot a friend talking or something I'm taking the smaller, lighter camera. I love my s1h but sometimes the weight a bulk really get me down. HOWEVER, if I'm putting something on sticks and want a "cinematic" look, I'm absolutely taking the s1h. TLDR; gh6 handle run and gun champ, s1h is for set work

Great review Jordan on the GH6. Could you recommend some of the best wide lenses for the S1H?

I'm an S1 shooter by why oh why can't Panasonic get auto-focusing right?! The world would be their oyster if they could nail focusing. But yes I am still hearing the siren song of the GH6, when I really should change systems for better auto-focusing. Ha. Keep up the awesome and entertaining work!.

Excellent video by pro real user, not in-room reviewer.

Another advantage of the GH6 is the vast range of quality M43 glass available. Eventually, I will probably sell my OM-1 MKIII and buy this puppy

Hey Jordan, can you please share Final cut Color grading tips?! ❤️🙌🏼 Lots of Love from 🇮🇳 🌹

Ergonomics and UI play more of a factor than people give credit! Yes its not full frame but that doesnt mean its bad at all and if you can get a good image out of it easier than it will always win to me

I'd kinda lean towards GH6, just for the sake of keeping things compact. Yeah dynamic range is better in the big bro S1H but isn't a deal breaker for me. Also now that it has the tilt/flip out screen is perfect for what I do.

1:31 is the GH6 lighter or not? The text on screen shows the S1H being lighter.

Great Video. Thank you. Switching from Canon to Pana Lumix S5 II and 2 bodies, would you recommend 2x S5 II and also with Sigma 60-600mm for Tele or 1x S5II and 1x GH6 with 100-400mm as Tele and for video and photo?

Great post, I see exactly like that and also the much higher body price of the S1H do not forget ...

YAY!! Upcoming Wooden Niccolls! Can't wait to see which movie you do

The GH6 and the 10-25mm f1.7 is such a good pair for me. On my full frame camera I mainly use 20mm and 50mm at f3.5. I very rarely use continuous AF in video because Im using a Nikon D750 - so the GH6 focus tools and continuous AF in video would work fine for me.

Thanks Jordan for your video-user bias. It is so refreshing to hear actual usability reviews rather than spec sniffing like a truffle hunting pig on some other channels.

I have two G9 cameras. I love em, obviously, but I thought my upgrade path was going to be a lumix S series camera. Now with the GH6, I don't think so. I think I will stick with MFT and get those f/1.7 twins instead!

I need 5.8k 30p/60p（5760*3240）16：9.Hope panasonic will provide it next firmware.

Jordan, when you said face detect - for half a second I though you said phase detect - I nearly dropped my beer.

Hey guys, it would be great if you compare gh5,gh5s, gh5ii and gh6 altogether although it would be quiet a lot of work. Especially i am wondering how gh5s compares gh6 for video purposes. Thanks for review btw.

The details on the head shots are crazy!

I can only dream of and imagine if Panasonic joined Sony and it would have Sony's stellar auto-focus. YES, this might come in handy even for pro-filmmakers, BUT especially for "one man crew" like myself, where I have to watch out what I am filming, hold maybe a light in one hand and stuff like that... and a gimbal. Yeah... Almost made me jump ship, but... maybe later, when I am better at making videos. P.S. My first "video" camera was the T3i, where I had to MANUALLY focus all the time, with primes or the kit lens, so I know what manual focus is (used it for years), but, one only has to experience the auto-focus joy from Sony, to really understand what that means and why one would not go back to manual focus, if possible, like ever again...

The AF is interesting. In this, I can't say I noticed enough focus hunting for it to be distracting. Whereas in other people's reviews, it's just been hunting all the time.

EXCELLENT review! Clear, concise, brief, great examples and editing. It's time to TRADE in my GH5 for the GH6! BTW, I bought my GH5 after I saw your recreation of the "funny how?" scene from Goodfellas! After this review and a few others, I'm realizing the GH6 provides the proverbial "most bang for the buck". I REALLY like the 4chan audio capabilities (you forget to mention the higher 96khz audio quality too) and the incredible IBIS! I might be able to sell my Ronin S gimble too! Question: The S1H is "Netflix approved", will the GH6 also be?

Nice review. I noticed no mention of BRAW recording externally (or internally). Curious about that.

Fascinating thanks for sharing! The real battle would be against the BGH1 that also has 13 stops of DR. I would love to see that comparison in 4k. 10MP big pixel pitch vs 24MP 5.7k downscaled.

Hi Jordan, I'd like to see an explanation of how the high dynamic range captured by a camera is squished down to show to best advantage on a display like a tablet, a tv or even a projection unit. I know it involves gamma curves but I have trouble getting my head around it - what is really going on?

7:11 it's interesting seeing the depth of field difference between the two systems despite being shot at the same f values.

1:33. You say the GH6 is lighter but the on screen text shows that the GH6 is heavier. 🤔

Great review. Thanks Jordan!

Thank you for the perfect expert comparison. Make another comparison: GH6 vs X-H2S and S1H vs GFX 50IIs

Great video! The stabilization alone is worth it for me. See ya later G9! 😄

At 1:35 you get the weight o=f HG6 and S1H round the wrong way in the text graphic.

A really solid and fair-handed review.

Can't wait for the gh6s next year.

Exactly MY THOUGHTS!

You have the weights reversed at 1:33. The GH6 is LIGHTER at 823g NOT 1052g

just sold my 10-25mm leica mft and bought an S5 with the 50mm f1.8. As you said, when it comes to low light and dynamic range, its david vs goliath . Autofocus looks really good here btw, didnt see any pulsing

spotted the Dji Mic RX/TX on the video :D when is that comming out ? the hissing noise is fixed ? I'm holding on buying the Rode before I get to test the offering from dji..

To me personally, I'm glad the GH6 exists. But I feel like the video camera that has pretty much stolen my heart is the BS1H from Panasonic.

I’m sold time to order the GH6 😁

Another great video, thanks guys

Thanks!! Just wandering… Could you make a review within de Gh5m2 and the Gh6?

1:30 I think you have the captions backward with regard to weight.

Thank you for your awesome review.

Superb information sir

The review I’ve been waiting for and the result I’ve been telling everyone about

I'm just thrilled about the OM-1 having good video specs and that gorgeous viewfinder with phase-detect autofocus. No, the video specs aren't as amazing as the GH6, but they are good enough for 95% of people if not more. If the Sony a7S III can get by with "just" 10-bit 4K up to 120 fps with external ProRes RAW, I think 4K 60p with no crop is fine for OM. The extra two stops of low-light performance and the extra stop of dynamic range over the E-M1 III make Micro Four Thirds more viable. Either the OM-1 or the GH6 can be a fantastic choice, depending on your needs. I'd love to see an XLR adapter from OM System similar to the XLR-1 from Panasonic. I think that would be a really smart play.

Thanks for the presentation

Don't forget that in low light you get to use a wider aperture with m43 and still get the subject in focus. That translates directly into either getting a faster shutter speed at the same iso as the full frame camera or getting the same shutter speed and 2 stops lower iso. In the majority of shooting situations a m43 photographer shoots two stops lower on the iso scale. iso 1600 on m43 is the same as iso 6400 on a full frame camera in terms of real life shooting.

It is so amazing how good that GH6 is. I would get that camera too for what I do. Plus it is much much less costly to get and operate than the L lens format of the S family bodies. Sure love full frame, are you nuts? Why wouldn't you? But the more expensive glass and is larger to carry around. The Superior Audio handling of the GH6 is a winner too. We have to remember the S1H is a much older camera, yeah can't believe I said that, by camera terms. World domination is video is just literally one step away. Phase Detect Auto Focus. Panasonic does not need to do DFD. I really do think OM and Panasonic do need to get together, because then they can make MFT way stronger than it currently is. You give me GH6 with phase detect auto focus. I am set. Done.

You will have the ideal setup in using and owning both, each one can be your A or B cam plus you have backup either way! I will have the GH6 to go with my GH5 plus my Z9 for extreme shooting scenarios!😎🙏🏾

Great content! BTW. Don't you think that GH6's open gate 5.8K 10-bit video with C-AF could easily be a replacement for 6K photo mode form G9? I genuinely think that these were the same thing only with different interfaces and that such functionality could be added to GH6 with a firmware update. Seriously, it only differs in playback mode where you would have to be able to scroll through a footage, pick one frame and pin it to write as a separate photo. I also cannot comprehend how can GH6 not provide us higher than 7fps framerates in photo busrt modes with electronic shutter if they are able to provide 5.8K 4:3 30p and 5.7K 16:9 60p in 16:9 crop with C-AF. If the AF sucked in that mode, let it suck but give it to us. If that wouldn't be possible in RAWs, just give us 10-bit HVECs. Many of theese modes seems to be essentially the same things but packed differently. I don't get why is Panasonic using a Criple Hammer. Unless they are preparing some cind of successor to G9. But I am not sure if they are in position to make that differentiation. They really have to boost specs to the maximum to better compete with Olympus OM-1 and not end up with a niche product for video nerds.

Thank you for another great review! It sounds like S1H is showing its age, which is totally understandable

Ok so I want this camera for ibis and anamorphic and the same iq through all frame rateS. The price though?? S5/s1 are on sale now and the only lenses I have are canon fd’s which can be adapted easier/cheaper and get shallower dof. Help!

Weight in 1:33 looks switched... :P

6k photos have GH5, focus stacking has GH5. It is possible that these modes will come in the update gh6. We'll see.

In the Wooden Nichols shoot (a reference to Chris' acting abilities, right?), please throw in the GH5S. I know it doesn't have stabilization (something I don't think that y'all use shooting Wooden Nichols), but it does, at least IMO, have the best video quality of past M43 cameras. Just a thought...

Can the GH6 use drag shutter? I rented the S1 a while back and it was able to operate at 1/2 sec shutter speed in manual mode with manual focus. This is a feature I like to use sometimes.

that GH6 is tempting... I am considering moving up to full frame lumix... but after this review... Im so conflicted lol

Hi! It just occurred to me: Jordan, do you think you'll be using the Olympus 8-25 f4 for most of the outdoor shoots, or stick with the Panasonic 10-25 f1.7 ? I suspect that for the interior shots you'll want the brighter 10-25 of course.

Both killer cameras! wub-adubba-wub them both!

What if I don't care much about the rolling shutter and low light performance? Then GH6 would be amazing. I'm a proud owner of X-T4, but I won't mind adding GH6 to my arsenal. By the way, your videos are amazing. Signing off from a hot and humid India. You guys rock!

GH6 vs A7IV for video please.

Hi, what about slowmo in 120fps in both, but indoors when you must go with iso to about 5000-6000 and shutter speed to 240. Of course in S1H FullHD HFR 10bit, and GH6 4k 120 fps 10 bit.. S1H or GH6 will win?

what would you choose between gh6 vs fx3? can't tell if im moving backwards by getting a MFT sensor, also how much would a speedbooster increase performance on the gh6?