With its rugged looks and advanced technology, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 Mirrorless Micro 4/3 Camera offers the best of both worlds. It features a rugged magnesium alloy body with a full diecast rear and front frame, which is dust and splash proof. Equipped with a 20.3 MP Digital Live MOS sensor, this silver-colored camera lets you capture high-quality photos and videos at a massive 4K resolution. It also enables you to achieve high-speed bursts, an impressive ISO sensitivity of 25600, and a wider dynamic range. Additionally, this camera also supports up to 20 interchangeable lenses for various shooting requirements.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 camera supports as many as 20 interchangeable lenses for various shooting requirements. The ISO sensitivity ranges from 100 to 25600, while the electronic shutter speed ranges from 1/16,000 - 1 second. The DFD Autofocus system allows you to focus only on the subject you wish to capture. The numerous white balance and exposure modes come in handy for a wide range of shooting situations.
The Lumix DMC-GX8 is equipped with a 20.3 MP Digital Live MOS sensor, which lets you capture high-quality photos and videos. The OLED Live Viewfinder features a brilliant resolution of 2,360k dots. For a vertical composition, you can use the 1040k-dot rear monitor, which can tilt and swivel with ease.
This camera is capable of capturing videos and photos in numerous formats at a gigantic 4K resolution, which is four times clearer than even Full HD. You can also capture RAW-format images and develop them in the camera itself. Use the dual-image stabilization technology for capturing blur-free images with immense ease. The revolutionary Venus Engine allows the DMC-GX8 to achieve clear image rendering with little noise even in low-light situations. In addition, you can also shoot up to 100 images at a rapid burst rate of 30 fps.
The DMC-GX8 comes with a rugged magnesium alloy body with a full diecast rear and front frame, which is not only ergonomic, but also dust and splash proof. Use the camera’s HDMI port for viewing photos and videos directly from the camera on a television screen via the VIERA link option. Transfer data seamlessly from the camera to a computer and other similar devices with the high-speed USB 2.0 cable provided. Powering the camera is a 1200 mAh Lithium-Ion battery pack. In addition, this camera also features a WiFi facility.
Mount Type | Micro Four Thirds mount |
Focus Type | Contrast AF system |
File Size | Still image: [4:3] 5184x3888(L) / 3712x2784(M) / 2624x1968(S) / 1824x1368 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Third system standard); [3:2] 5184x3456(L) / 3712x2480(M) / 2624x1752(S) / 1824x1216 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Third system standard); [16:9] 5184x2920(L) / 3840x2160(M) / 1920x1080(S) / 1824x1024 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Third system standard); [1:1] 3888x3888(L) / 2784x2784(M) / 1968x1968(S) / 1712x1712 (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Third system standard) Motion picture: MP4: [4K] 3840x2160: 4K/30p: 100Mbps; 4K/24p: 100Mbps [Full HD] 1920x1080: FHD/60p: 28Mbps; FHD/30p: 20Mbps [HD] 1280x720: HD/30p: 10Mbps [VGA] 640x480: VGA/30p: 4Mbps AVCHD: [Full HD] 1920x1080: FHD/60p: 28Mbps, 60p recording; FHD/60i: 17Mbps, 60i recording; FHD/30p: 24Mbps, 60i recording (sensor output is 30fps); FHD/24p: 24Mbps |
Image Formats | JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.3), RAW, MPO (When attaching 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds system standard) |
Color Space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
Video Clip Length | Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] in [FHD] [HD] [VGA] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB |
Video Resolution | MP4: [4K] 3840x2160: 4K/30p: 100Mbps; 4K/24p: 100Mbps [Full HD] 1920x1080: FHD/60p: 28Mbps; FHD/30p: 20Mbps [HD] 1280x720: HD/30p: 10Mbps [VGA] 640x480: VGA/30p: 4Mbps AVCHD: [Full HD] 1920x1080: FHD/60p: 28Mbps, 60p recording; FHD/60i: 17Mbps, 60i recording; FHD/30p: 24Mbps, 60i recording (sensor output is 30fps); FHD/24p: 24Mbps |
Focus Modes | AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF |
Camera Type | Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera |
Image Sensor Size | 17.3 x 13.0 mm (in 4:3 aspect ratio) |
Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 |
Direct Print Capable | PictBridge compatible |
Video Output Terminal | Monaural Type, NTSC |
Computer | USB 2.0 High Speed Multi |
Maximum Burst | Mechanical shutter: AFS: H: 8 frames/sec, M: 5.5 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View); AFC: H: 6 frames/sec, M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View) Electronic shutter: AFS: H: 10 frames/sec, M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View); AFC: H: 6 frames/sec, M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View) |
Battery Type | Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1200mAh, 8.7Wh) (Included) |
Self Timer | 10sec, 3 images / 2sec / 10sec |
Remote Control | Remote control with Bulb function by DMW-RSL1 (Optional) |
Shutter Speeds | Still image: Bulb (Max. 30 minutes), 1/8,000 - 60; Motion picture: 1/16,000 - 1/25; Electronic shutter: 1/16,000 - 1 |
Shutter Type | Focal-plane shutter |
Flash Modes | External Flash: Auto*, Auto/Red-eye Reduction*, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off * For iA, iA+ only. |
Coverage | Approx. 100% |
Megapixels | 20.30 MP |
Compatible Media | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card (Compatible with UHS-I UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards) |
Color Filter System | Primary color filter |
Sensor Type | Live MOS Sensor |
Meter Modes | Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot |
Color Temperature | 2500-10000K in 100K |
ISO Speed | Auto / Intelligent ISO / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step) (Up to ISO6400 in motion picture recording) (ISO Auto in M mode) |
Exposure Compensation | 1/3 EV step ±5EV (±3EV for motion picture) |
Screen Size | Free-angle 3.0-inch / 3:2 aspect / Wide viewing angle |
Display Type | OLED monitor with static touch control |
Monitor Resolution | Approx. 1,040k dots |
White Balance | Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Color temperature setting |
Dimensions | (W x H x D) 5.24 x 3.07 x 2.48 in. (133.2 x 77.9 x 63.1 mm) (excluding protrusions) |
Color | Silver |
Brand | Panasonic |
Body Only | Body Only |
Viewfinder Type | OLED Live View Finder (2,360k dots) |