Now I know that is a bold statement and I intend to back it up. However, before I do I need to explain what I mean. I am not saying this camera is the best at everything or even anyone thing. Cameras that are the best at something are usually specialized beasts that can really only do that one thing well. What I am talking about is a camera the is so good in so many categories that it can joyfully be used for just about and photographic or video graphic purpose you may have. The GH2 is that camera.

Now that is out of the way we can get to the meat and potatoes of the review. I shoot mostly Nikon and Panasonic and I primarily shoot stills. I dabble in Video but do not proclaim myself any sort of an expert. I can say if you are looking for the best handling combo/cam with the most features then the GH2 is the one you want. Panasonic went out of its way to make this a video camera so that was its primary focus with this camera. However, there are lots of payoffs for... Read more

If you need a professional review of this product, check out a professional review site. I'm going to review this camera from my own perspective as a "PROtographer". OK, I'm not really in the business of taking photos for money - I do it as a hobby, but that doesn't mean I don't like getting top-notch results!

The Lumix GH2 is an evolution built upon the already-excellent Lumix GH1...but it's more than a name revision with a few bullet-points added to the package. The GH2 combines ultra-sharp still photos with fluid, detailed HD video capabilities. You no longer need a separate device for photos and video - the GH2 does it all and does it better than most other products on the market. If you were looking for the "god device" of digital imaging, the GH2 is it (at least until the GH3 is available).

Still Pictures
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Most SLR-class cameras take excellent pictures. The megapixel wars of the early years are less relevant today, because we've... Read more

After using the GH2 for a few days, I have found it a rather fascinating camera. I'm a videographer and mainly want to use it for video. The low light abilities of the camera are fantastic and the ability to select 24p is an instant hit. When it comes to photos, there are so many options on the GH2 I just can't decide what to use. I've reserved myself to forums for preferred settings because there is just so much to choose from! I was given a couple of old lens from my grandfather before he died and with a small 4/3 adapter, I could use them to take some fantastic pictures. I wish he was here to see it as he was an avid photographer. It has been a long time since I've owned a new camera and I know that I have made a solid choice with the GH2. I'm off to film and photograph the world.