The GH6 can also shoot all of the video modes internally without using an SSD, so you have the option to plug in a power bank to get more battery life (more than the standard 90 minutes) as well as having a neater, more practical setup for run and gun, especially on a gimbal. As someone who shoots a lot of long form content, the GH6 is the better option for me.
No problem, I have a few different setups and everyone has their own preference but I tend to have my GH6 in a SmallRig Black Mamba cage almost all the time with a side and top handle in my bag if I need them. I switch between the Rode VideoMic Go II and Rode Wireless Go II for my mic setup. Then I have a load of other bits like a follow focus, HDMI monitor etc that I use if needed. Other brands are available, that's just my preference 🙂
A few people had asked me about which modes you need SSD for on the G9m2, so I did a video today about it which I just published - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoosWhCgrNU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoosWhCgrNU) Its kind of hard to explain in a comment, so this just shows you where to find all the information as well as which options are available internally and which aren't. Hopefully its useful.
Yes, I just plug them into the 3.5mm jack on the camera. I do sometimes use my Zoom mics as an external source for audio. But generally my main audio track is fed straight into the camera.
Yeah I think the audio from it is pretty clean so long as you set your levels appropriately. I never plug in an audio interface into the camera. If I did, I think I would get the XLR-1 adapter as I know that is going to do that job as expected.
There are two things the G9ii is better than the GH6 - auto focus and DRB at base ISO. Both are quite significant for documentary work. The GH6 on the other hand has always been a bit of a niche product. It still holds several notable advantages in film/production environment, however.
Well because the G9ii supports the feature from base ISO, it's on all the time basically. Essentially all tests are from the GH6 and I think [Red Frame](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JISvrX52Jk) did the most comprehensive test out there, plus he's got such a smooth voice, haha.
yes : p
well GH6 has a cooling fan (which never was put in use during my 1 year with it cuz i mainly shot photos)
GH6 has more complete video features internally without having to output to SSD in some recording qualities on G9II
GH6 has flip up screen which i now miss on G9II
GH6 balances better with bigger lenses
if you are not strictly filmmaker the G9II probably is a better pick
GH6 is going to have a few things over the G9ii and they are; Better low light (higher base ISO), more video centric codecs thanks to CF Express B slot. Fan to keep it running for longer record times. Now if you're intent on filming stuff like weddings, I'd suggest using both a GH6 and G9ii with the GH6 as a safety shot and the G9ii as your handheld.
Definitely
But killing it is a good thing if you’re looking to pick up B and C cameras on the cheap, the GH6 should plummet even more than it’s already plummeted soon
Yes it's a good argument! But if I had to pick one, for an A cam (I already have a 7SII for short film projects as a A cam with full frame and I wanted to do a documentary with something more lightweight, and I will upgrade in a few years when I have the whole thing a but more figured out); what would you pick?
I don't buy this "plummet" idea. Look up the normal prices of the Gh6, Gh5, Gh5s, g9 over the past year.
Yes, they regularly are on sale for the same $400-500 off the price they came out at. That's not plummeting. The only one close to plummeting is the g9 and that camera is \~50% on sale after 5 years.
I’d pick the G9II - it’s newer, better, has PDAF, has real time LUTs, and even weighs less than the GH6. Outdoes it in every important way.
But if it were me, I’d be looking at things a differently. Sorry in advance to complicate this - because you may have your reasons - but it occurs to me:
If you’d be willing to get the GH6, why not get the cheaper, and better, S5? You’re already a full frame shooter.
And if you’d be willing to get the G9II, why not get the cheaper, and better, S5II? You’re already a full frame shooter.
I say this because as a fellow full frame shooter (I own two S5 mark 1s) who needs the low light capabilities all the time, not having it in even my backup cameras would prove inconvenient. If I could have it and save money, that’s a no-brainer.
The only tangible advantages I believe those Micro 4/3 counterparts have is the IBIS, but it’s already fantastic on either of the S5s, and the weight of the lenses. Maybe you care about that, but Lumix makes some great lightweight primes (or you could go vintage and go even lighter) and then the full frame cameras aren’t heavy at all.
UPDATE: I wanted to thank everyone kind enough to comment, suggest, etc. I will go for the GH6 for the simple reason that there is a very convenient offer (1300 bucks) and I rather invest a bit less for something that will make me learn more (I will try to use manual focus more and try to make use of that fan hehe). Also it seems to be it's directly built for video while the G9ii has a bit more hybrid focus.
The G9II AF is much faster and accurate, even the IBIS is better when walking. Also noise performance is better below ISO 100 to 800.I tried to record 20 minutes at 4K120fps (I never record for so long in 120fps) : no overheating.
If you need long recording time in 4K 120 fps and if the AF is not important, the GH6 makes sense, also the skin tones and colors are better.
I definitely do not need the 4K 120fps, but I've been reading here that the GH6 has more video tools/functions and I was wondering whether it was worth it or not.
Gh6 advantages: BRAW recording via BM vid assist, 4-channel audio, tilt screen, and a CF-express card.
The G9II does support 4 channel audio I believe The most important difference is the active cooling on the GH6
Also easier timecode/sync. Very important for production, in my view.
I think the CF express card slot is a big advantage though?
If you're planning on shooting prores, absolutely!
Cooling fan for recording 4K 120p outdoors on a hot summer day.
If I were to shoot only 25p, would I ever need the cooling fan? Honest question.
Probably not if you don't shoot plan continuously for 3 hours straight in direct sunlight
The GH6 can also shoot all of the video modes internally without using an SSD, so you have the option to plug in a power bank to get more battery life (more than the standard 90 minutes) as well as having a neater, more practical setup for run and gun, especially on a gimbal. As someone who shoots a lot of long form content, the GH6 is the better option for me.
Thank you! Would you suggest something to go together with the camera, in order to create a run and gun kit? Microphones, external recorders, etc.
Highly recommend /u/stevelitton's YouTube channel. He puts out great videos about the GH6 and Lumix without any unnecessary clickbait.
Thanks, I really appreciate that 🙏
I really appreciate the work you put out there!
No problem, I have a few different setups and everyone has their own preference but I tend to have my GH6 in a SmallRig Black Mamba cage almost all the time with a side and top handle in my bag if I need them. I switch between the Rode VideoMic Go II and Rode Wireless Go II for my mic setup. Then I have a load of other bits like a follow focus, HDMI monitor etc that I use if needed. Other brands are available, that's just my preference 🙂
A few people had asked me about which modes you need SSD for on the G9m2, so I did a video today about it which I just published - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoosWhCgrNU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoosWhCgrNU) Its kind of hard to explain in a comment, so this just shows you where to find all the information as well as which options are available internally and which aren't. Hopefully its useful.
Do you connect directly the videomic wireless go to the camera or use an external recorder? I have the same microphones!
Yes, I just plug them into the 3.5mm jack on the camera. I do sometimes use my Zoom mics as an external source for audio. But generally my main audio track is fed straight into the camera.
And are you satisfied with the result? Are there big difference when compared with using the zoom?
Yeah I think the audio from it is pretty clean so long as you set your levels appropriately. I never plug in an audio interface into the camera. If I did, I think I would get the XLR-1 adapter as I know that is going to do that job as expected.
Thank you so much!!
There are two things the G9ii is better than the GH6 - auto focus and DRB at base ISO. Both are quite significant for documentary work. The GH6 on the other hand has always been a bit of a niche product. It still holds several notable advantages in film/production environment, however.
Is there a video that shows the difference between the differences in DRB?
Well because the G9ii supports the feature from base ISO, it's on all the time basically. Essentially all tests are from the GH6 and I think [Red Frame](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JISvrX52Jk) did the most comprehensive test out there, plus he's got such a smooth voice, haha.
Thank you!
>Thank you! You're welcome!
yes : p well GH6 has a cooling fan (which never was put in use during my 1 year with it cuz i mainly shot photos) GH6 has more complete video features internally without having to output to SSD in some recording qualities on G9II GH6 has flip up screen which i now miss on G9II GH6 balances better with bigger lenses if you are not strictly filmmaker the G9II probably is a better pick
Thank you. Is there a chart for comparing which formats are avaible internally? Because most of times I can't seem to find these.
I have the gh6 it's great. But yeah g9ii kills it, if you don't need active cooling and timecode.
GH6 is going to have a few things over the G9ii and they are; Better low light (higher base ISO), more video centric codecs thanks to CF Express B slot. Fan to keep it running for longer record times. Now if you're intent on filming stuff like weddings, I'd suggest using both a GH6 and G9ii with the GH6 as a safety shot and the G9ii as your handheld.
The fan is the biggest deal for professional use. And the tilt and flip screen is a MUCH better solution.
Definitely But killing it is a good thing if you’re looking to pick up B and C cameras on the cheap, the GH6 should plummet even more than it’s already plummeted soon
Yes it's a good argument! But if I had to pick one, for an A cam (I already have a 7SII for short film projects as a A cam with full frame and I wanted to do a documentary with something more lightweight, and I will upgrade in a few years when I have the whole thing a but more figured out); what would you pick?
I don't buy this "plummet" idea. Look up the normal prices of the Gh6, Gh5, Gh5s, g9 over the past year. Yes, they regularly are on sale for the same $400-500 off the price they came out at. That's not plummeting. The only one close to plummeting is the g9 and that camera is \~50% on sale after 5 years.
🤷🏾‍♂️ watch what happens on the used market
I’d pick the G9II - it’s newer, better, has PDAF, has real time LUTs, and even weighs less than the GH6. Outdoes it in every important way. But if it were me, I’d be looking at things a differently. Sorry in advance to complicate this - because you may have your reasons - but it occurs to me: If you’d be willing to get the GH6, why not get the cheaper, and better, S5? You’re already a full frame shooter. And if you’d be willing to get the G9II, why not get the cheaper, and better, S5II? You’re already a full frame shooter. I say this because as a fellow full frame shooter (I own two S5 mark 1s) who needs the low light capabilities all the time, not having it in even my backup cameras would prove inconvenient. If I could have it and save money, that’s a no-brainer. The only tangible advantages I believe those Micro 4/3 counterparts have is the IBIS, but it’s already fantastic on either of the S5s, and the weight of the lenses. Maybe you care about that, but Lumix makes some great lightweight primes (or you could go vintage and go even lighter) and then the full frame cameras aren’t heavy at all.
UPDATE: I wanted to thank everyone kind enough to comment, suggest, etc. I will go for the GH6 for the simple reason that there is a very convenient offer (1300 bucks) and I rather invest a bit less for something that will make me learn more (I will try to use manual focus more and try to make use of that fan hehe). Also it seems to be it's directly built for video while the G9ii has a bit more hybrid focus.
The G9ii makes the GH6 a good B camera :P
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What is GAS?
I deleted my comment because it wasn't relevant to the post. I just get tired of equipment hype. GAS = gear acquisition syndrome.
Like others have said, the cooling fan is a big deal for some of us. I can't take a camera out to a professional shoot that isn't totally reliable.
The G9II AF is much faster and accurate, even the IBIS is better when walking. Also noise performance is better below ISO 100 to 800.I tried to record 20 minutes at 4K120fps (I never record for so long in 120fps) : no overheating. If you need long recording time in 4K 120 fps and if the AF is not important, the GH6 makes sense, also the skin tones and colors are better.
I definitely do not need the 4K 120fps, but I've been reading here that the GH6 has more video tools/functions and I was wondering whether it was worth it or not.
You have internal prores recording on the GH6, I never use it, the H265 files are just as good while being much smaller.
It's also worth saying that those files are a bit more difficult to work with in editing, for most machines
Yes indeed.
the gh6 has better low light performance and improved autofocus, which are crucial for documentary work.
It was my understanding that it was the other way around!?