Panasonic has introduced the LUMIX G97, a compact Micro Four Thirds hybrid camera designed to elevate both photography and video content creation. With its combination of a 20.3MP CMOS sensor and Venus Engine processor, the G97 delivers stunning image quality with vibrant colours and sharp details, perfect for photographers and videographers alike.
The G97 includes Panasonic’s LUMIX Photo Style feature, offering a variety of customisable colour effects to match any creative vision. Notably, the Live View Composite mode allows users to combine multiple exposures in real time, ideal for capturing dramatic light trails, star trails, or illuminated scenes without overexposing the background.
Video creators will appreciate the G97’s impressive capabilities, including 4K recording at 30p with no time limitations, slow-motion (4x), and quick-motion (8x) options in Full HD. With 12-stops of V-Log L, the camera delivers cinematic quality, while dedicated headphone and microphone jacks provide full audio control for professional workflows.
The G97 is built for versatility and reliability. It features a 5-stop 5-axis Dual I.S.2 system for unmatched image stabilisation, a 2,360k-dot OLED Live View Finder, and a 1,840k-dot free-angle touchscreen LCD. The durable, dust and splash-resistant design ensures dependable performance in challenging conditions, while USB Type-C charging and Bluetooth v5.0 make it ideal for on-the-go use.
Price and Availability:
The Panasonic LUMIX G97 will be available from February 2025 in multiple configurations:
- Body only (DC-G97E) for £699 GBP / €749 EUR
- 12-60mm lens kit (DC-G97ME) for £799 GBP / €949 EUR
- 14-140mm lens kit (DC-G97HE) for £899 GBP / €1,049 EUR
For further information, visit the official Panasonic website.