Panasonic GH5S Video Setup Guide

Introduction

The Panasonic GH5S is a professional-grade micro four-thirds video camera with a high-sensitivity 10.2MP sensor. It features dual native ISO, making it excellent for low-light conditions.

White Balance
Format Card
ISO Auto
Bit Rate / Resolution
Aperture Mode
Audio Levels
Focus Modes
Video Mode

White Balance

  • Press the WB button.
  • Turn any of the dials to select the desired preset.
  • If unsure, select AWB.

Format Card

  • Press the Menu/Set button.
  • Go to the Setup menu (page 5/5).
  • Select Format, then choose the slot.
  • Confirm by selecting OK.

ISO Auto

  • Press the ISO button.
  • Use any of the dials to select ISO AUTO.

Bit Rate / Resolution

  • Press the Menu/Set button.
  • Go to the Movie menu (page 1/5).
  • Select Rec Quality.
  • Choose FHD 20M 25p for basic shooting.
  • Press SET to confirm.

Aperture Mode

  • Press the Menu/Set button.
  • Select Video M (page 1/2).
  • Select Exposure Mode and choose A.
  • Use the front dial to select the desired aperture.
  • Press SET to confirm.

Audio Levels

  • Press the Menu/Set button.
  • Go to the Movie menu (page 3/5).
  • Select Sound Rec Level Adj..
  • Set the level so that the meter peaks around -12db.
  • Press SET to confirm.

Focus Modes

  • Use the selector around the AF/AE Lock button.
  • Select AFC for continuous autofocus.

Video Mode

  • Ensure the mode dial is unlocked by pressing the middle lock button.
  • Turn the mode dial to Video M.
  • Press the Menu/Set button.
  • Select Video M (page 1/2).
  • Select Exposure Mode and adjust as needed.