When comparing Panasonic Lumix GH5s and Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera, which one is better?
Both Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera and Panasonic Lumix GH5s have the same lens mount; Micro Four Thirds. This means that lenses with this mount will fit both cameras.
Winner: Tied
Regarding lens mount: The camera's lens mount determines which type of lenses you can attach to the camera. Popular lens mounts include Canon EF and RF, Nikon Z and F, Sigma L, Micro Four Thirds, and the professional PL mount.
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera is preferable if you want internal raw video recording.
Winner: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera
Regarding internal raw recording: The ability to record raw video internally is found in cameras such as Blackmagic models. It takes up more storage space but is also more flexible afterwards. We don't think internal raw video recording is a requirement.
Full specifications table of Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera and Panasonic Lumix GH5s:
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera | Panasonic Lumix GH5s | |
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Brand | Blackmagic Design | Panasonic |
Weight | Missing | 580 g |
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter | Rolling Shutter |
Film Camera or Still Camera | Cinema | Stills |
Digital or analog | Digital | Digital |
Internal Raw Recording | Yes | No |