Panasonic BS1H Review

The Panasonic BS1H offers excellent image quality, versatility, and a smaller, lighter body than the S1H. It is well-suited for studio use and offers impressive outputs for video recording.

The Panasonic BS1H provides exceptional image quality and versatility, making it more suited for studio use with impressive outputs for video recording.

The effective in-body image stabilization system is a major plus point, especially for video filming.

The Panasonic BS1H provides exceptional image quality, matching the S1H in both image quality and handling. The smaller, lighter body makes it more versatile, while the locking SDI and ProRes and B-RAW recording capabilities are superb features for studio use. The time code connection and a range of input options enhance its usability, and the capability to power the camera through an Ethernet port is a unique and secure feature. The BS1H also offers a Gen lock and a more elegant time code connection than its counterpart. The electronic viewfinder and articulating screen with a hinge design are great additions, though the lack of internal lcd display waveforms and the limited control compared to the S1H could be drawbacks. The effective in-body image stabilization system is another plus point for video filming. However, the camera lacks the option for still photography. Despite this, the Panasonic BS1H remains a strong contender in the market, offering top-quality sensor performance in a lightweight, smaller package, perfect for studio use.

The BS1H offers impressive features such as locking SDI, ProRes, and B-RAW recording capabilities, making it a strong contender in the market.