These days, when it comes to cameras, we are spoiled for choice.
After researching it for weeks, I finally pulled the trigger and ordered a Panasonic Lumix S52X (or "S5iiX", or "S5 IIX", etc.). It has an L lens mount, and supposedly the same/similar 6K full-frame sensor as Blackmagic's 6K full-frame cameras. However, the S52X doesn't have an OLPF or built-in NDs.
In addition to being a competent 24MP mirrorless RAW/JPEG stills camera (which can shoot stills at up to 96 megapixels each via sensor shifting), it also has an unusually wide range of video recording features. It can record 10-bit 6K ProRes 422 HQ to an external SSD. It also has many H264 & H265 modes. Open gate & cropped modes. It can record BRAW when used with a Blackmagic Video Assist. Apparently it has very good 5-axis stabilization.
With its latest firmware update its autofocus appears to work quite well. It has a built-in EVF & LCD. It can record 96khz 24-bit audio. Panasonic sells an optional XLR audio adapter for it. Its fullsize HDMI port can output clean 10-bit HD or 4K. Its lightweight 740g/1.6 pound body sips very little power (5w) via an internal battery or any external USB-C PD source. On-screen tools such as waveform, vectorscope, zebras, peaking, etc. V-Log and custom LUTs. WiFi & Bluetooth. An internal fan prevents overheating.
I paid $2060 (a limited-time deal from Hunts Photo & Video) including the very nice Lumix 20-60mm lens, free shipping, and Panasonic's 3-year warranty. After it arrives next week I'll report back with my hands-on reactions.
After researching it for weeks, I finally pulled the trigger and ordered a Panasonic Lumix S52X (or "S5iiX", or "S5 IIX", etc.). It has an L lens mount, and supposedly the same/similar 6K full-frame sensor as Blackmagic's 6K full-frame cameras. However, the S52X doesn't have an OLPF or built-in NDs.
In addition to being a competent 24MP mirrorless RAW/JPEG stills camera (which can shoot stills at up to 96 megapixels each via sensor shifting), it also has an unusually wide range of video recording features. It can record 10-bit 6K ProRes 422 HQ to an external SSD. It also has many H264 & H265 modes. Open gate & cropped modes. It can record BRAW when used with a Blackmagic Video Assist. Apparently it has very good 5-axis stabilization.
With its latest firmware update its autofocus appears to work quite well. It has a built-in EVF & LCD. It can record 96khz 24-bit audio. Panasonic sells an optional XLR audio adapter for it. Its fullsize HDMI port can output clean 10-bit HD or 4K. Its lightweight 740g/1.6 pound body sips very little power (5w) via an internal battery or any external USB-C PD source. On-screen tools such as waveform, vectorscope, zebras, peaking, etc. V-Log and custom LUTs. WiFi & Bluetooth. An internal fan prevents overheating.
I paid $2060 (a limited-time deal from Hunts Photo & Video) including the very nice Lumix 20-60mm lens, free shipping, and Panasonic's 3-year warranty. After it arrives next week I'll report back with my hands-on reactions.