Panasonic LUMIX BGH1

New cinema „box“ camera with 10.2MP M4/3 MOS Sensor, MFT lens mount, and 4K60, 4:2:2, H.264/H.265/HEVC recording. It features 13 stops of dynamic range, HLG imaging, Dual-Native ISO, VariCam Look & V-Log L, variable frame rates from 60 to 240 fps, remote control via USB Type-C, LAN, LANC; Ethernet with PoE+; VBR battery mount; durable magnesium & aluminum body, and a 12 VDC power adapter... Ships 12/2020.

Panasonic’s first box-style LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera DC-BGH1. Based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard, the new LUMIX BGH1 takes advantage of high mobility, an extensive interchangeable lens lineup, and even includes technologies Panasonic has acquired though the development of professional cinema cameras, camcorders and the LUMIX GH series. Against a background of increasing streaming opportunities in addition to traditional broadcasting, Panasonic offers the LUMIX BGH1, an easy-to-install camera with high expandability allowing multi-camera control. It can be used in a variety of ways from shooting on drones to IP remote control to live streaming and more.

The new LUMIX BGH1 integrates a 10.2-megapixel Live MOS Sensor with Dual Native ISO technology and the Venus Engine. Dual Native ISO is a technology that seamlessly bridges two circuits of separate native ISO, which is used in Panasonic Varicam models for professionals. Normally, noise increases as sensitivity rises with a single native ISO image sensor. However, the image sensor with Dual Native ISO minimizes noise generation by choosing an optimal circuit to use according to the sensitivity before gain processing. As a result, it allows a maximum ISO 51,200 high sensitivity recording.

The LUMIX BGH1 enables 4:2:0 10-bit C4K/4K 60p or 4:2:2 10-bit All-I C4k/4K 30p internal video recording. The camera can record video with a designated gamma curve compatible with ITU-R BT.2100, and users can now choose Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) in Photo Style. A low-bit-rate recording mode C4K/4K HEVC/H.265 for HLG is also available.

V-Log L now features log characteristics with 13 stops of wide dynamic range and is pre-installed. It is also capable of 4K 4:2:2 10-bit C4K/4K 60p output over HDMI. The VFR (Variable Frame Rate) lets users record overcranked / undercranked video in C4K/4K (60 fps, maximum 2.5x slower in 24p) and FHD (240 fps, maximum 10x slower in 24p).* The minimum frame rate for quick motion video is 2 fps.

The LUMIX BGH1 also incorporates advanced deep learning technology that detects specific subjects like humans and fast-moving animals, including dogs, cats and birds. Notably for humans, in addition to the eye, face, and body, the head is separately recognized by real-time detection technology to provide even more precise focusing. The camera keeps tracking the subject even if they move quickly, turn their back to the camera, tilt their head or move far away from the camera.

The LUMIX BGH1 is a compact, light-weight box-style camera. Its body is composed of aluminum and magnesium alloy to ensure durability and light weight. The LUMIX BGH1 has a new heat dispersion structure to achieve unlimited video recording. It offers Power over Ethernet+ (PoE+), simplifying installations by providing power, signal and control over ethernet. Control over a maximum of 12 LUMIX BGH1 cameras*1 is available from the Panasonic LUMIX Tether for Multicam*2 application. A future firmware update will support IP streaming over wired ethernet (RTP/RTSP).

The included ethernet port or the USB 3.1 Type-C, 3G-SDI and HDMI Type-A terminals can all be used for simultaneous output. Genlock IN and Timecode IN/OUT functions simplify multi-angle synchronized video recording and integrate into a scalable system with external monitors, rigs and gimbals supplied from other manufacturers.

The LUMIX BGH1 is equipped with Dual UHS-II SD Card slots for backup recording or relay recording.

• M4/3 10.2MP MOS sensor
• Desqueezed anamorphic output over SDI/USB-C/Ethernet
• MFT lens mount
• 13 stops of dynamic range
• Dual native ISO
• Lightweight at 0.55 kg
• Internal fan to keep camera cool
• Measures less than 4" square for lightweight applications on drones or gimbals
• HDMI 2.0 and 3G-SDI video outputs
• Record up to 4K60 10-bit 4:2:2 to SD cards or HDMI/3G-SDI outputs simultaneously
• Unlimited recording time
• Tethered photo shooting with LUMIX Tether for Multicam software
• USB 2.1 Gen 1 Type-C input for control with LUMIX Tether app
• 3.5mm audio (in/out) jack compatible with XLR microphone DMW-XLR1 (sold separately)
• 2.5mm LANC input for camera control
• Gigabit Ethernet via RJ45 for remote control and PoE+ power support
• Direct IP streaming with a future firmware update
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support to control the camera using a smartphone or tablet
• Integrated stereo microphone, 3.5mm mic input, and 3.5mm headphone output
• Four programmable Fn buttons
• Tally lamps (front and rear), a network connection lamp
• Genlock and timecode BNC inputs
• Dual SD card slots
• Included 12 VDC power adapter
• Integrated VBR battery mount
• Cable lock
• A SDK (Software Development Kit) for camera control via USB will be provided for free.
• Weights 545 g