The Panasonic Lumix GF5 is the latest compact system camera based on the Micro Four Thirds standard. Boasting a 12MP sensor, touch screen LCD and a range of effects filters it's designed to appeal to a consumer rather than hobbyist audience, but has much to recommend it. We've managed to get hold of one for a couple of hours. Here's our first impressions...
Panasonic Lumix GF5 Review
Pre-production image samples
Accurate focus on the subject was achieved in this tricky shot
Perfect skin tone exposure even on a dark background
This white wall was accurately exposed
Fast moving subject recorded in focus.
Works even on runaway trains!
Creative Filter Effects
Dynamic Monochrome
Sepia
High Key
Low Key
Miniature Effect
Toy Effect
Retro Effect
Star Filter
One Point Colour Mode