I Wish I knew THIS Before Buying a Lumix
Summary
TLDRIn this video, the creator discusses their experience using the Lumix S5 II camera, addressing both its strengths and flaws. While they appreciate its image quality, durability, and ease of use, they point out issues such as slow processing times and app connectivity problems. The creator highlights how some features could be improved, like slow motion crop and button quality, but ultimately remains loyal to Lumix due to its impressive V-Log image and color grading. They also share their thoughts on potential future improvements for Lumix cameras, comparing them to Sony models.
Takeaways
- 📸 The speaker expresses frustration with their current camera and considers switching to a new model, though they still appreciate the camera's features.
- 🛠️ The Lumix S5 Mark II has issues with slow startup, recording delays, and slow writing speeds, which frustrates the speaker when filming live events.
- 📱 The camera app is unreliable, often losing connection or being slow to connect, especially when used outdoors.
- 🎥 Slow motion filming on the Lumix S5 Mark II results in a crop, which limits framing options, but the speaker acknowledges they don't use slow-mo often.
- 🔊 The Lumix S5 Mark II records two audio tracks by default, requiring extra steps in editing to mute one track, which the speaker finds inefficient.
- 👎 Lumix lenses, though high-quality, can appear cheap and plasticky, which could deter buyers used to more premium-looking lenses from other brands.
- 🔄 The speaker praises the Lumix S5 Mark II's image quality, color grading, and dynamic range, stating that they prefer it over some higher-end cinema cameras.
- 🗂️ The simplicity of Lumix's V-Log picture profile appeals to the speaker, as it eliminates the need to navigate through numerous settings and combinations found in other brands.
- 🔧 The speaker desires future Lumix cameras to include more premium features, like better slow motion, improved design, and a mini cinema camera body for video-centric users.
- 🎬 The speaker remains loyal to Lumix despite its flaws, highlighting the brand's ease of use, durability, and reliable image quality, but suggests improvements to compete with Sony and other brands.
Q & A
What brand and model is the speaker using for their camera?
-The speaker is using a Lumix S5 Mark II camera.
What are some of the main issues the speaker has with the Lumix S5 Mark II?
-The speaker mentions several issues, including slow startup, lag when pressing record or stop, delays in writing to the memory card, and unreliable app connectivity.
How does the speaker feel about the app used to control the camera?
-The speaker finds the app useful but frustrating due to its slow and unreliable connection, especially when used outdoors. They suggest the app needs to be more stable for it to be effective.
What does the speaker suggest Lumix should improve in their next camera model?
-The speaker suggests improving the speed of the camera's system (start-up, recording, and writing times) and making the app more reliable. They also mention the potential for full-frame slow motion and a more premium feel for the lenses.
What is the speaker’s opinion on the build quality of the Lumix lenses?
-The speaker praises the image quality of the Lumix lenses but thinks they look and feel a bit cheap and plasticky compared to other brands like Canon and Sony.
Why does the speaker prefer using the Lumix S5 Mark II despite its issues?
-The speaker continues to use the Lumix S5 Mark II because of its image quality, dynamic range, ease of use, and the V-Log profile, which provides consistent image results.
What specific feature does the speaker wish Lumix would include in their future cameras?
-The speaker would like to see a more video-centric camera with features like full-frame slow-motion, a mini cinema camera body with a handle, built-in variable ND filters, and a more premium feel.
How does the speaker compare the Lumix S5 Mark II to other brands like Sony?
-The speaker acknowledges that while the Lumix S5 Mark II is durable and has excellent image quality, Sony cameras, such as the FX3 and FX30, feel more premium in terms of design and button quality.
What is the speaker’s experience with the Lumix app when taking thumbnail photos?
-The speaker finds it frustrating because the app frequently disconnects when they try to take thumbnail photos, which should only take a few seconds.
Why does the speaker prefer a simpler camera menu system like the one on the Lumix S5 Mark II?
-The speaker appreciates the simplicity of the Lumix menu system because it avoids overcomplicating options like picture and log profiles, allowing them to focus on filming rather than on settings.
Outlines
📷 Switching to a New Camera: Should I Make the Jump?
The speaker shares their frustration with their current camera, Lumix S5 II, despite still using it frequently. They address common misconceptions about being sponsored by Lumix, explaining they receive test cameras but are not paid for reviews. The speaker plans to highlight six issues with the Lumix S5 II while acknowledging that no camera is perfect. They also engage viewers by asking if they believe the perfect camera exists and what that might be, while emphasizing the Lumix S5 II's suitability for their needs. Finally, they hint at potential improvements they’d like to see in future Lumix models.
🐢 Slow Startup and Recording Delays: A Major Issue
One major complaint the speaker has with the Lumix S5 II is its slow startup, especially when recording video. Even with high-speed memory cards, the camera lags when switching on, starting, and stopping recordings. This delay causes frustration when trying to film quickly or capture spontaneous moments. The speaker expresses a strong desire for faster system performance, emphasizing that even incremental upgrades would make the camera significantly better.
📱 The Inconsistent App Experience
The speaker discusses the inconsistent performance of Lumix’s camera app, which allows remote control of the camera from a smartphone. While the app works well indoors, it often loses connection outdoors, causing significant frustration. Although the speaker acknowledges similar issues with other camera brands’ apps, they hope Lumix will update this feature for improved stability and reliability, as it would be a significant asset, especially for solo creators like themselves.
🏃♂️ Slow-Motion Shortcomings: Cropped Frame Issues
When discussing the camera’s slow-motion capabilities, the speaker points out that the 50 frames-per-second mode applies a crop to the image, limiting the field of view. While this doesn't bother them much, it can be problematic in tight spaces, where moving further away from the subject isn’t an option. The speaker suggests that a full-frame slow-motion mode would attract more users, particularly those considering switching from Sony cameras.
🎙️ The Annoying Extra Audio Track
The Lumix S5 II records two audio tracks by default, which can cause issues in post-production. The speaker explains that they must mute one track every time they edit to avoid audio clipping. Though this is a minor inconvenience, they hope for a simple fix in future updates. Aside from that, the speaker praises the image quality of Lumix lenses, despite their plasticky appearance, noting that they are durable and offer excellent image quality at affordable prices.
🛠️ The Need for More Premium Features
The speaker contrasts Lumix cameras with Sony models, noting that while Lumix cameras are durable, they lack the premium feel of Sony’s FX series. They express a desire for more premium features, like better buttons and dials, as these elements affect comfort and inspiration when using the camera daily. They also stress that while it’s tempting to switch to a camera that feels better, the final image quality is ultimately more important, which is why they remain loyal to Lumix.
🎥 Vlog and Simplicity: The Strength of Lumix
The speaker highlights the simplicity of Lumix’s Vlog profile, which offers ease of use and high image quality. Unlike Sony cameras with a multitude of picture and log profiles, Lumix keeps things simple by offering just one, which reduces decision fatigue and allows users to focus more on their skills than on technical settings. The speaker praises this simplicity, emphasizing its importance for those who want to quickly pick up a camera and start filming.
🎞️ Dreaming of Future Lumix Cameras
Looking to the future, the speaker outlines their hopes for new Lumix models, suggesting features that could rival Sony’s FX series. They wish for a more video-centric camera with additional slow-motion capabilities, more premium-feeling dials, and possibly built-in ND filters. These enhancements would help Lumix compete better with Sony’s video-oriented offerings while maintaining Lumix’s strong reputation for excellent image quality.
📸 What’s Your Favorite Camera?
The speaker wraps up by engaging the audience, asking them to share their favorite camera and why they prefer it. They also mention their own thoughts about switching to Sony but emphasize how Lumix’s image quality keeps them loyal. They encourage viewers to check out another video on their current setup with the DJI Lidar Focus Pro system before signing off, creating a smooth transition to the next piece of content.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Lumix S5II
💡Slow Performance
💡App Connectivity
💡V-Log
💡Slow Motion Crop
💡Lens Quality
💡FX3 and FX30 Rival
💡Dual Audio Tracks
💡Cinema Cameras
💡Usability and Inspiration
Highlights
I often get hate in the comments because people think I'm sponsored by Lumix, but that's not true. I just love the camera despite some flaws.
In this video, I want to discuss the six things I don't like about this camera, but why I still use it despite those issues.
The perfect camera doesn't exist, and it's okay to have things that bug you. Let me know in the comments if you think a perfect camera exists.
One issue is that the camera can be slow to turn on and record. Even with fast memory cards, there’s a delay in writing to the memory card, slowing down the workflow.
Lumix should focus on fixing these small issues in their next camera model rather than overhauling the entire system.
The app for controlling the camera remotely is a godsend when it works, but it’s unreliable and often disconnects, especially outdoors.
Many people rely on the 50 frames per second slow motion mode, but it has a crop that limits the field of view.
The camera records two audio tracks by default, which means I have to mute one track in the editor every time to avoid audio clipping.
Lumix lenses, while high quality in terms of image, can look and feel plasticky compared to competitors like Sony and Canon.
While Lumix lenses perform well, their appearance may put off more premium-oriented users who judge by the look and feel of the gear.
I briefly considered switching to the Sony FX30 because of its premium feel and design, but ultimately I realized the image quality is what matters most.
The simplicity of Lumix’s Vlog profile makes it a standout feature, unlike other brands that offer multiple log profiles, which can be confusing.
I would love to see Lumix bring out an FX3 or FX30 rival with more video-centric features and a mini cinema camera body.
Lumix has great image quality and video features, but they need to step up with more premium camera bodies and features to compete with Sony.
If Lumix introduced features like built-in variable ND filters and a more premium design, they could easily compete with the top brands.
What is your favorite camera and why? Let me know in the comments. Have you ever thought about switching, and what made you stay or change?
Transcripts
oh my God this is a really nice camera
maybe I should switch not going to lie
I've wanted to throw it out the window a
few times I am going to get a lot of
hate in the comments I can feel it
people think that I'm sponsored by Lumix
and that they pay me to say nice things
about them they don't it's not true yes
they send me cameras to test but they do
not tell me what videos to make or what
to say so in this video I want to
discuss the six things that I actually
don't like about this camera but why I
still continue to use it above
everything else despite those things
because it's a very interesting and
important discussion to have I think and
let's face it the perfect camera doesn't
exist so it's natural to have things
that bug you or bother you or that you'd
like to change about what camera you
have and I'm more than happy to admit
that so do you think the perfect camera
exists let me know in the comments if if
you do let me know what it is and why
but for me the Lumix s52 is my almost
perfect camera I'm also going to tell
you what I think Lumix should do or what
they should bring out or at least what
I'd really like to see in the next few
years for Lumix but let me start by
telling you about the things that really
me off about this camera and Mr or Mrs
Lumix if you're watching please fix
these little things they're only small
and if you could change just these few
little bits it' be epic and it' make it
the best camera that I've ever used and
I've used quite a lot of cameras so if
you're filming Live Events or anything
really it's important to work quickly
and smoothly you don't want anything
that stands in your way that's why a lot
of people use the iPhone because it's
intuitive it's fast to use it just works
and we want the same thing with a camera
we don't want anything to stand in our
way we don't want to miss any moment but
what I have found is I don't know if
it's the processor or what but sometimes
when I switch the camera on it's quite
slow to turn on when I press record it's
a little bit slow to start and then when
you stop recording it takes a few
seconds for it to write to the memory
card now I'm using the fastest memory
cards that you can can with this camera
there's a bit of a lag there sometimes
you want to start filming again
instantly once you've stopped to clip
and you press the record button and it's
still right into the memory card and it
slows you down that needs to change I
want to see a faster system I want to be
able to make changes quicker I want to
be able to start and stop recording
quicker to make sure that I don't miss
anything it's just a little bit slow I
know this is more affordable than a lot
of other cameras out there that you can
buy but that's one of the things that's
separating it from other system that
I've used I think rather see an update
or an upgrade in the next camera that
focuses on these issues rather than
something entirely new if we can just
fix this that's all we need as a
YouTuber I often film alone and take
thumbnail pictures as well and that's
difficult to do all by yourself and
having an app on your phone that
connects with the camera so that you can
control the camera is an absolute
godsend when it works when it works it
works great but when it doesn't it's a
pain in the body it's slow to connect it
loses connection sometimes it's it's
just unreliable that's the thing
sometimes it connects better indoors
than it does Outdoors you know most of
the time you want to be using that
outdoors I will be fair though I've used
other camera systems apps and it's the
same across the board and I've heard
other people talk about the apps they
never use them but it's a feature it's
available it just needs to be updated it
needs to be able to work because it's
great it's it's amazing when it works it
really helps I use it in a very simple
way I use it to change a few settings
start and stop recording or take photos
and that's it that's all it needs to do
I just want to establish a connection
with the camera I want it to be stable
and that's it we spend a bit of time
focusing on that getting that
right amazing not going to lie I've
wanted to throw it out the window a few
times cuz all I want to do is take a
couple of thumbnail photos that should
take a couple of seconds and then it's
Di in and out of connection and it's
it's frustrating now this feature I
rarely use but I know a lot of people do
and a lot of people rely on it most of
the time people use this mode and that
mode alone so the s52 does have 50
frames a second slow motion but there's
a crop so we're not getting that full
field of view anymore it doesn't bother
me but because there's a crop sometimes
you have to move back a little bit to
make sure that you've got the right
framing that you need when you haven't
got the space that can be tricky so it'
be nice if it was full frame but the
main reason for me is just to keep the
Sony fans quiet should we just should we
just be quiet about
it the thing is with slow-mo is people
feel like they have to use it and they
end up using it as a default it's almost
a bit of a cheat code so I don't know I
I don't ever miss it whatsoever maybe
there's a reason why there is a crop I
don't know much about technical stuff
but is it something to do with the
sensor the speeds I don't know is there
a compromise if it's fullframe I'm not
sure nonetheless if they had 120 frames
per second in here full frame and 50
full frame I think they'd see a lot of
people switching to this system over the
Sony's for example so when you film in
with the S5 Mark II I noticed that
there's two audio tracks instead of the
one so I find myself having to mute one
of the audio tracks so that it's not
duplicated and causing my audio to clip
it's not a big deal but every time I go
into the editor I have to mute that
track and it's just wastes a little bit
of time hopefully it's just a quick fix
and it's not a stereo thing I've gone
into the menus maybe I'm missing
something I don't know but that's just a
teeny tiny little thing the image
quality of the lenses are really really
nice especially for the price I love the
fact that all the prime lenses are the
same size and a very similar weight
because that means you don't have to
rebalance on a gimbal everything just
feels comfortable and natural because
there's there's no changes when you
switch lenses and they're extremely
welld designed as I said image quality
spectacular even the kit lens is really
nice however if you coming from Canon or
Sony for example you're going to notice
that the lenses look a little bit cheap
and feel a little bit plasticky and
because a lot of people buy with their
eyes it makes them feel like they're not
as premium as they are and that's
disappointing really because it's it's
not until you use these lenses and look
at the image that you realize how good
they are and it could put a lot of
people off I'd love to see a lens lineup
where it has a manual aperture ring as
well as the focus ring and just a little
bit more of a premium feel I think
having said this I've dropped these
cameras a few times and I've never once
broken one so you
know maybe maybe they are fine and this
is the thing the overall image quality
is good enough that I don't let the look
of those lenses me but when you show a
snobby other camera user these lenses
they turn the nose up at them a little
bit and they're like o that's cheap you
know just saying just saying using these
tools every day means that you want it
to be comfortable and also feel good to
use and that's going to do two things
it's going to make your job easier and
it's also going to make you feel a
little bit more inspired to pick the
camera up and go out and film and enjoy
it more so I was in wax the other other
day and I
was sorry Lumix you're going to hate me
but I picked up the fx30 I've messed
about with the fx3 a few times and they
feel like such nice cameras it's a
really premium feeling camera it's nice
to hold all the buttons and the dials
feel com like it premium basically they
are they're extremely welld designed and
the quality is Stella I must say it's
the nicest feeling camera of this size
in comparison you know I'm not saying
the Lumix is bad it's very wellmade it's
durable as I said I've dropped it a
bunch of times no damage luckily but
when it comes to the
dials they they feel fine but in
comparison to some of the newer Sony
cameras there is a difference there now
obviously it's not a deal break it's
really not for me but I know some people
think about that stuff personally when I
picked up the
fx3 it made me think oh my God this is a
really nice camera I maybe I should
switch maybe I should maybe I should get
a Sony but don't fear not because I
quickly realized don't just choose a
camera based on how it feels that's the
worst thing to do people are easily LED
down that path at the end of the day
it's how the image looks looks it's the
end product that counts yes the
usability and the feel of the camera
needs to be good if you're using it
every day but the end product is what
matters right and because the Lumix Vlog
image is everything I ever wanted from a
camera easy to color grade great dynamic
range it looks fantastic I've used Lumix
ever since because I love the image
every single time I put it into my
editor even over some of the higher end
Cinema cameras that I've used because
this has ease of use and IM quality and
colors and what I really like is you
know when you're first switching camera
systems it takes a little bit of time to
get used to the menus and that was what
I talked about in my first video I ever
made about Lumix but actually after a
few hours it made total sense and it's
easy to navigate in my opinion it's
intuitive but the best thing about it is
yeah you've got your standard picture
profiles but then you've got Vlog and
that's it there's no other combinations
there's no other pairings that you can
use you get a Lumix camera you get Vlog
it's that look that camera and that's
what you want when you buy a camera oh
that looks like a black magic that looks
like an a camera that looks like cannon
that looks like Lumix Sony you've got a
million different combinations of
picture profiles and log profiles and it
can cause a little bit of paralysis by
analysis you're not sure if the one
you've chosen is the right one you're
always going to be thinking oh maybe I
should use that one instead of focusing
on your skills so something with just
one thing in set it leave it go out and
film done I like it simplicity so this
is what I would love to see in the next
year or 2 with Lumix I'd like them to
bring out an fx3 rival and an fx30 rival
as well the S5 Mark I with a few more
video Centric features like slow motion
for the more video Centric people like
myself it's got all the monitoring
features on it that You' need love that
but maybe just in a mini Cinema Camera
body like the fx3 with a handle on it
that would be great I'd love that a more
premium feel with the dials and the
buttons and then maybe a slightly bigger
box camera like a black magic Ursa mini
or a Sony fx6 with the built-in variable
ND filters something like that it would
I feel like it would really I know Lumix
are known for like having really good
video features and image anyway but I
just feel like they just need to bump it
up to that next level to compete with
you know Sony let's just say lum
they've got the image they've got the
features just need to take it to that
next level I think lastly what is your
favorite camera and why let us know in
the comments I love hearing about what
people prefer to use and the reasons why
and have you ever thought about
switching and why or if you didn't why
didn't you by the way I've got a cool
little setup with the new DJI lidar
Focus Pro system and the Lumix S5
actually so if you want to see that
check that video out here until then and
and and if not you know I'll see you
I'll wait for you in the next one
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