Mate... I loved this line "don't even think it go out and get this sucker"...... 😂😂😂... That's what I did and now spending my time with your videos to learn about it. Is my first pro-is camera. :-)
Thank you for thaking th etime to create this video. I am a newbie camera person. I have owned the FZ2500 for about a year. I picked it up because of the zoom capabilities and 4k video. I use for it is to video my overlanding adventures(4x4ing) plus being a bridge camera saves me on room. For the last few weeks myself and a couple friends have been hired by a local fire department to record their training videos. It has been an eye opener. I really enjoyed it. I mount the FZ2500 to a shoulder rig and it really helps me to be stable. One question I have for you is...... On my buddies RX10 he can plug in a corded remote and has it mounted by the right hand grip on his shoulder rig. This remote starts and stops the recording plus also runs the zoom feature. I can not seem to locate a corded or cordless remote feature that starts and stops recording or even run the zoom. A remote would be awesome to have mounted at my finger tips on my shoulder rig. Might you have come across anything like this? When I am on my tripod I am able to use the WIFI features and control the camera with my LG V30. Again Thank you for taking the time to cover the FZ2500
Yes. Use the wireless capabilities and your cell phone. It has stunning remote shooting integration. download the Panasonic Image app and use the remote shooting function. It is quite amazing.
Hi I know this video is a bit old and you probably don't even own the camera anymore, I have one and I noticed my slow/quick mode are always disabled no matter what settings I select. I've read the manual and selected a resolution that support VFR, I've done everything but I don't see how can I enable the slow/quick mode. It's always disabled on the menu! Same as yours at the beggining of the video. Have you been able to make those settings enabled?
I really appreciate your very good tutorial using the fz2500. I will be using it for both video and sill photos. Though I have a background in prosumer video, I have never shot photos. I'd love for you to do the same type of tutorial showing the buttons and setting choices photos on this camera. For me, it's a steep learning curve, but just now knowing that the menu changes with each mode etc., gives me a clue. I hope you'll do a video on using this camera for photos.
Hey man, love your work. I'm quite a beginner in camera, could any one answer me if you can get the blur out background video shots on this camera on manual mode? thanks
Hi thanks IV got this camera. I wanted get the quick colour open on screen when in video mode so I can change the colour settings live . but I can't remember how is got that up before?
Hi there. Thanks for You video. I just bought FZ2000 mostly for my kitesurfing and workout videos and vlogs. When You record something that is moving fast like me for example doing kitesurfing, I found out that AF is struggling, so do You have any advice for settings? I found out that the aperture need to be cc 20-22 because then everything is in the focus.
I too am using the FZ2500 for fast action video on the water behind a boat. Did you solve the focus issue and what settings did you end up at? Thanks in advance
Hi! Can this camera record while using the HDMI OUT? I'm asking this because the Panasonic FZ 1000 and FZ 1000 II, when you connect it to a monitor or video mixer (using its HDMI connector), the cammera cannot record on the SD card in the same time. Thanks!
hello, It's very strange, I do not have the 24 IPS Cinema mode in the menu of my DMC FZ 2000! I ONLY GET 25 in MOV FORMAT .... I done Something wrong ... but what? Do I need to do a firmware update?
Stupid question but in cine d vs cine v is there a tiny crop. I noticed it when switch from C TO M and switched the pic profile vice versa . Low light facial recognition is slow. I shoot in Creative Movie mode. 4k live cropping is all goods, so is the time lapses, CINE D AND CINE V i like natural is good profile too. I like using my dummy battery with usb 5v to 2a converter cable on a powerbank to shoot timelapses that are over 500 shots . . Tips for other users: Dummy battery with powerbank setups, make sure your powerbank is more then 1 a on the output, 2a or 2.4a is better. After lengthy use on dummy batt/powerbank , a and mah will drop so be careful not to overburden your powerbank too much. After lengthy testing with various powerbanks with the same similar 2.4a output specs, all seem too appear to run out of of current stable enough to supply camera with power from 7.2 v to 6.4 v etc, so if time lapsing I.E 9S interval for 1000 Images for more then 1200 or more images, be sure POWERBANK IS FULLY CHARGED. Video depending on format and system frequency and zooming, is roughly about 2 hours and maybe more depending on powerbank mah. I tested 5 powerbanks with similar 2.4a specs with a max capacity of 15,000 mah. If video or usage on a fully charged powerbank/dummy batt setup exceeds safe usage levels stable enough for power operation on camera, the camera will turn off and freeze with barrel fully extended or during zoom operation, so be careful. Regards to cine d and v thou, should i expose over by 1-2 stops. Cheers Ras
Hello! I don't know if you would read this couple of years later but my issue is with the actual recoding of fast moving objects - jumping horses in my case, changing speed and direction at any moment. I only see buttons adjustments and stories how great the video is and so far shooting a video with a phone is so much better than with this camera! I need an advice: how to adjust the camera so it is not shaky and does not fall out of focus every now and then? I will appreciate your answer.
That has always been a sort of weird thing with this model. Make sure that your shutter speed is nice and fast. Have you tried putting it on manual focus?
I'm the new user fz2500, had problem when record video,the video going flickering in bright area, i use Sandisk 4k SD Card 90mb/s and video setting MP4 28MB FHD 60fps. Anyone can help me?
Make sure that you are not in a place that is illuminated with LEDs. If so, you will have to play with shutter speeds to eliminate flicker. In North America 1/40th of a second has worked well for me in the past. But that is the first thing you need to check.
Believe it or not RX10 MARK2. Spec wise, it makes a whole lot of sense. FZ2500 has major lens problems. Rx10 mark3 and 4 add nothing of added benefit. My two cents
Well . I have not owned the FZ for quite a while but from my video editing experience, if you do not mind synching your sound in post, it would be best to get a separate recorder. Zoom kicks but for this.
I am trying to decide whether or not to buy this camera. The only hold-up is whether I can stream video live to FB and CZcams with this camera with OBS and an HDMI recorder. Have you had any experience using this sort of setup?
No I have not. However I use Xsplit broadcaster with an interface card and it works well with all my cameras that have an HDMI out. I do not own the FZ2500 anymore though but I know it has HDMI out. Not only does this have an HDMI out but you can also send the feed clean (i.e. no menus or shooting info) So I do not see why it would not work.
I've had my Fz2500 for over a year & am continuing to learn about it's plethora of features. Your video has helped to add to my understanding. As to your repeated references to the Sony RX-10 cameras being better for It's stills prowess - I mostly disagree. Yes It's Zies lens is a bit sharper but overall going from my Fz to the RX10 would be like going back to the stone age ! Not having a fully integrated touch screen that makes the whole picture taking experience fun . . . Well, I've had two Sony cameras in the past & having to dig through their lame menu syst constantly - I'll wait & see what the future Fz 3000 has in it.
I went to a class about the workings & to better understand the newer Panasonic cameras - some Pany reps were there. Out of the 12 people that attended, 4 - including me - had Fz2500s. My hope / fantasy is that Panasonic will pick up on the Fzs future $ sales potential $ and come out with a more stills focused bridge camera that is similar to their G9. What are your thoughts on them using a M4/3 sensor in such a camera?
Ditto in so many ways. They would destry the RX10 line with a bridge that has a 4/3 sensor. I believe that they would have to give up some zoom range. But this would also leave place for the always needed wide part of the spectrum. My wishlist would be a 4/3 bridge with a 16 to 200 equivalent zoom range. IMHO The problem is that a great deal of people who buy these cameras love the huge zoom factor but could easily crop in post with a sharper image.
To the Panasonic guy watching this, " Could you include in our future dream bridge camera a changeable viewfinder like the one on the G9? My nose will touch the corner of the touch screen & change the focus ( I've turned off my TTF in the menu ) The accessory unit you have that is deeper & wider ( for my glasses ) works for me. Keep the playback button on the right side & if your going to have those top 3 dedicated buttons ( WB, ISO, EXP ) please, for me, put the EXP button closest to the lens. I use this most often. Of course weather sealing & 2 card slots. And for heavens sake put stronger springs in the lens cap. That's all I can think of. Thanks. " Ray J.
@@JacquesGainesactully i take lot of videos of nature, landscape and manuments.. I dont film myself so the camera focus the face or not doesnt matter for me... So now tell me which camera will be better among the two??? M50 or fz2500
I returned the M50, my FZ2500 had much better colors and the window for getting great video was much wider. The M50 needed everything to be just right (indoors) to look good. I use a pair of FZ2500s for Video.
That's a bummer that you no longer have the fz2500. I can't find a good tutorial for the photo side of it. Mine is a few weeks away from having the 1 year warranty expire and I don't even know if the camera is working properly. The buttons and elusive menu settings are such a problem, I can't even test it out properly. I'm wondering if I should sell this is get something else. Do you have any recommendations? I don't have the time or motivation to get into pro level photography. When I later get a new computer and editing system, I'll want a good video camera. While it would have been nice to have a bridge camera that can also do photos, the learning curve is more than I have time for om the photo side. What's a good camera to replace my tape based Sony Z1U HDV cam for video and it would be a nice plus it it also could good photos?
Video and photo with a fixed lens? The Canon G line are absolutely fantastic. I used to own the G7X mark2. Get one of those used for a song. They do not have 4K. So if you care about 4K you can get the G7X mark 3. I had the G7X mark 2 and sold it what a mistake. I bought a G5X recently for like 250$ and I am loving it. Here is my video on the G7X: czcams.com/video/06cRyCtyxlw/video.html Oh and by the way. Don't feel bad. I struggled with my FZ2500 too long. They tried way too hard to put everything in one camera. I am amazed that Leica allows their name on such poor optics. The FZ2000 has less features and is way better. Hope this helps.
I'm a complete newbie with the FZ-2500 which I ordered from Amazon and arrived yesterday. To demonstrate, in your video you talk about "going into settings" but would you believe I have NO IDEA how to go into settings? And you didn't explain it very well, so I still don't know how to go into settings. I subscribed to your channel, but my confusion remains. I know I'll have it figured out in a little while, but I have to migrate to another video after 10:49 because I need to know how to get to the settings on this camera. What I see on my camera screen is not what I see in your video.
this cam is great except when in movie mode and manual focus this camera is rubbish.If you try to zoom in or out the cam goes out of focus immediately if you dare to touch that zoom ring nonsense. if you go to the advanced manual it says the camera will go out of focus and you should just refocus, thats rubbish. first time in fifty years I have experienced this, anyone has experienced this rubbish I would love to fix this its driving me crazy
The most useful video ever thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
cheers mate for this video workflow tutorial
Glad to help
Great video thanks
Mate... I loved this line "don't even think it go out and get this sucker"...... 😂😂😂... That's what I did and now spending my time with your videos to learn about it. Is my first pro-is camera. :-)
Thank you for thaking th etime to create this video. I am a newbie camera person. I have owned the FZ2500 for about a year. I picked it up because of the zoom capabilities and 4k video. I use for it is to video my overlanding adventures(4x4ing) plus being a bridge camera saves me on room. For the last few weeks myself and a couple friends have been hired by a local fire department to record their training videos. It has been an eye opener. I really enjoyed it. I mount the FZ2500 to a shoulder rig and it really helps me to be stable. One question I have for you is...... On my buddies RX10 he can plug in a corded remote and has it mounted by the right hand grip on his shoulder rig. This remote starts and stops the recording plus also runs the zoom feature. I can not seem to locate a corded or cordless remote feature that starts and stops recording or even run the zoom. A remote would be awesome to have mounted at my finger tips on my shoulder rig. Might you have come across anything like this? When I am on my tripod I am able to use the WIFI features and control the camera with my LG V30. Again Thank you for taking the time to cover the FZ2500
Yes. Use the wireless capabilities and your cell phone. It has stunning remote shooting integration. download the Panasonic Image app and use the remote shooting function. It is quite amazing.
Yes it is amazing. But I thought there might be a simple wired button instead of trying to mount my phone on my shoulder mount. Thank you
Sorry I could not have helped more
Thanks for going thru the menus... Without constant shooting I need refreshing.
Welcome. I'm the same way by the way
Hi I know this video is a bit old and you probably don't even own the camera anymore, I have one and I noticed my slow/quick mode are always disabled no matter what settings I select. I've read the manual and selected a resolution that support VFR, I've done everything but I don't see how can I enable the slow/quick mode. It's always disabled on the menu! Same as yours at the beggining of the video. Have you been able to make those settings enabled?
I really appreciate your very good tutorial using the fz2500. I will be using it for both video and sill photos. Though I have a background in prosumer video, I have never shot photos. I'd love for you to do the same type of tutorial showing the buttons and setting choices photos on this camera. For me, it's a steep learning curve, but just now knowing that the menu changes with each mode etc., gives me a clue. I hope you'll do a video on using this camera for photos.
Sorry but I don't own the camera anymore
Hey man, love your work. I'm quite a beginner in camera, could any one answer me if you can get the blur out background video shots on this camera on manual mode? thanks
Open your aperture to the max. However, the 1 inch sensor does limit you a bit
Absolutely agree, stills=Sony RX, video FZ1000/2500
Hi thanks IV got this camera. I wanted get the quick colour open on screen when in video mode so I can change the colour settings live . but I can't remember how is got that up before?
Not sure how. I no longer own this cam
Hi there. Thanks for You video. I just bought FZ2000 mostly for my kitesurfing and workout videos and vlogs. When You record something that is moving fast like me for example doing kitesurfing, I found out that AF is struggling, so do You have any advice for settings? I found out that the aperture need to be cc 20-22 because then everything is in the focus.
I too am using the FZ2500 for fast action video on the water behind a boat. Did you solve the focus issue and what settings did you end up at? Thanks in advance
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Pls help
Thanks ! clear video, but a bit too light when it come to specific stuff like AF setting...
A waste of time listening ou seeing this video! To much talk...
Hi, I just bought a FZ2500, I'm having a hard time getting live video out on the HDMI port. Can you please tell me what settings I need to use? Thanks
Have you checked the menus. If I am not mistaken, the settings are in the playback mode.
Lighthaus100, please let me know if you ever got this to work and which HDMI recorder you used?
Hi! Can this camera record while using the HDMI OUT? I'm asking this because the Panasonic FZ 1000 and FZ 1000 II, when you connect it to a monitor or video mixer (using its HDMI connector), the cammera cannot record on the SD card in the same time. Thanks!
I am not sure. Unfortunately, I no longer own this camera
hello, It's very strange, I do not have the 24 IPS Cinema mode in the menu of my DMC FZ 2000! I ONLY GET 25 in MOV FORMAT .... I done Something wrong ... but what? Do I need to do a firmware update?
No i believe that with 25fps you must be on a PAL system. I believe the menu options change
Stupid question but in cine d vs cine v is there a tiny crop. I noticed it when switch from C TO M and switched the pic profile vice versa . Low light facial recognition is slow. I shoot in Creative Movie mode. 4k live cropping is all goods, so is the time lapses, CINE D AND CINE V i like natural is good profile too.
I like using my dummy battery with usb 5v to 2a converter cable on a powerbank to shoot timelapses that are over 500 shots . .
Tips for other users: Dummy battery with powerbank setups, make sure your powerbank is more then 1 a on the output, 2a or 2.4a is better.
After lengthy use on dummy batt/powerbank , a and mah will drop so be careful not to overburden your powerbank too much.
After lengthy testing with various powerbanks with the same similar 2.4a output specs, all seem too appear to run out of of current stable enough to supply camera with power from 7.2 v to 6.4 v etc, so if time lapsing I.E 9S interval for 1000 Images for more then 1200 or more images, be sure POWERBANK IS FULLY CHARGED. Video depending on format and
system frequency and zooming, is roughly about 2 hours and maybe more depending on powerbank mah. I tested 5 powerbanks with similar 2.4a specs with a max capacity of 15,000 mah.
If video or usage on a fully charged powerbank/dummy batt setup exceeds safe usage levels stable enough for power operation on camera, the camera will turn off and freeze with barrel fully extended or during zoom operation, so be careful.
Regards to cine d and v thou, should i expose over by 1-2 stops.
Cheers
Ras
Sorry I cannot help you on this. I have never noticed a crop. Anyone on this forum can help this commentor
please help, ive tried everything to get the mic level display to show up on my screen. it was there at one time but not anymore. it is on in my menu
Much has to do with where your dial is. Menus change context when you are in different modes
Hello, Jacques Gaines
Hello, great video. Does this camera record direct? or has time limitation like dslr. thank you
No limitation
Hello! I don't know if you would read this couple of years later but my issue is with the actual recoding of fast moving objects - jumping horses in my case, changing speed and direction at any moment. I only see buttons adjustments and stories how great the video is and so far shooting a video with a phone is so much better than with this camera! I need an advice: how to adjust the camera so it is not shaky and does not fall out of focus every now and then? I will appreciate your answer.
That has always been a sort of weird thing with this model. Make sure that your shutter speed is nice and fast. Have you tried putting it on manual focus?
I'm the new user fz2500, had problem when record video,the video going flickering in bright area, i use Sandisk 4k SD Card 90mb/s and video setting MP4 28MB FHD 60fps. Anyone can help me?
Make sure that you are not in a place that is illuminated with LEDs. If so, you will have to play with shutter speeds to eliminate flicker. In North America 1/40th of a second has worked well for me in the past. But that is the first thing you need to check.
Jacques Gaines Photography After that case I sent it to Panasonic SC, and after 2 week I get the new one..
I'm a complete beginner with Lumiz fz2500, I need to make some small films is it easy to use before I go into depth of what this camera has to offer
I think that you can start shooting with it right away. What is great is that it will grow with you for years
Thank you so much I was hesitant but I’ve read so many good reports and I’ve started looking at your videos they seem wonderful
Cool. Thanks for watching
Hi; I will buy a camera,,,, I already have Leica delux 6 ... I need your advise between Sony Rx10 m 4 or Panasonic fez 2500? Which one to buy ?
Believe it or not RX10 MARK2. Spec wise, it makes a whole lot of sense. FZ2500 has major lens problems. Rx10 mark3 and 4 add nothing of added benefit. My two cents
dear sir, if I need a micorphone connecting my FZ2000 to record piano playing, can you please let me know which micorphone is good?
Well . I have not owned the FZ for quite a while but from my video editing experience, if you do not mind synching your sound in post, it would be best to get a separate recorder. Zoom kicks but for this.
Do you think the fz2500 is good for shooting music videos with a lot of motion?.
It could be. When doing music videos, you might want to consider a larger sensor. At least APS-C
I am trying to decide whether or not to buy this camera. The only hold-up is whether I can stream video live to FB and CZcams with this camera with OBS and an HDMI recorder. Have you had any experience using this sort of setup?
No I have not. However I use Xsplit broadcaster with an interface card and it works well with all my cameras that have an HDMI out. I do not own the FZ2500 anymore though but I know it has HDMI out. Not only does this have an HDMI out but you can also send the feed clean (i.e. no menus or shooting info) So I do not see why it would not work.
Is there full manual mode (including manual ISO/Gain) while recording video?
Yes. You can even use gain functions instead of ISO
Noob question. What's the difference between iso and gain? Thanks
Silent mode cuts off the tiny speaker in video playback, among other things.
Oh Cool! Thank you
I've had my Fz2500 for over a year & am continuing to learn about it's plethora of features. Your video has helped to add to my understanding. As to your repeated references to the Sony RX-10 cameras being better for It's stills prowess - I mostly disagree. Yes It's Zies lens is a bit sharper but overall going from my Fz to the RX10 would be like going back to the stone age ! Not having a fully integrated touch screen that makes the whole picture taking experience fun . . . Well, I've had two Sony cameras in the past & having to dig through their lame menu syst constantly - I'll wait & see what the future Fz 3000 has in it.
Cannot disagree with the menu point or the lens point. But the lens on the Panasonic wide is very soft and closed in has a ton of diffraction
I went to a class about the workings & to better understand the newer Panasonic cameras - some Pany reps were there. Out of the 12 people that attended, 4 - including me - had Fz2500s. My hope / fantasy is that Panasonic will pick up on the Fzs future $ sales potential $ and come out with a more stills focused bridge camera that is similar to their G9. What are your thoughts on them using a M4/3 sensor in such a camera?
Ditto in so many ways. They would destry the RX10 line with a bridge that has a 4/3 sensor. I believe that they would have to give up some zoom range. But this would also leave place for the always needed wide part of the spectrum. My wishlist would be a 4/3 bridge with a 16 to 200 equivalent zoom range. IMHO The problem is that a great deal of people who buy these cameras love the huge zoom factor but could easily crop in post with a sharper image.
To the Panasonic guy watching this, " Could you include in our future dream bridge camera a changeable viewfinder like the one on the G9? My nose will touch the corner of the touch screen & change the focus ( I've turned off my TTF in the menu ) The accessory unit you have that is deeper & wider ( for my glasses ) works for me. Keep the playback button on the right side & if your going to have those top 3 dedicated buttons ( WB, ISO, EXP ) please, for me, put the EXP button closest to the lens. I use this most often. Of course weather sealing & 2 card slots. And for heavens sake put stronger springs in the lens cap. That's all I can think of. Thanks. " Ray J.
Thanks for your input on this camera. Informative and helpful, but cut out the small talk and the video could have been 10 minutes shorter.
No
Which one should i buy for videos m50 or fz2500...??
The M50.
@@JacquesGainesactully i take lot of videos of nature, landscape and manuments.. I dont film myself so the camera focus the face or not doesnt matter for me... So now tell me which camera will be better among the two??? M50 or fz2500
Still the M50. Unless you want a super zoom. The M50 is the winner. Just the optics and pocketability beat out the FZ by a long shot.
@@JacquesGaines thankyou..
I returned the M50, my FZ2500 had much better colors and the window for getting great video was much wider. The M50 needed everything to be just right (indoors) to look good. I use a pair of FZ2500s for Video.
That's a bummer that you no longer have the fz2500. I can't find a good tutorial for the photo side of it. Mine is a few weeks away from having the 1 year warranty expire and I don't even know if the camera is working properly. The buttons and elusive menu settings are such a problem, I can't even test it out properly. I'm wondering if I should sell this is get something else. Do you have any recommendations? I don't have the time or motivation to get into pro level photography. When I later get a new computer and editing system, I'll want a good video camera. While it would have been nice to have a bridge camera that can also do photos, the learning curve is more than I have time for om the photo side. What's a good camera to replace my tape based Sony Z1U HDV cam for video and it would be a nice plus it it also could good photos?
Video and photo with a fixed lens? The Canon G line are absolutely fantastic. I used to own the G7X mark2. Get one of those used for a song. They do not have 4K. So if you care about 4K you can get the G7X mark 3. I had the G7X mark 2 and sold it what a mistake. I bought a G5X recently for like 250$ and I am loving it.
Here is my video on the G7X: czcams.com/video/06cRyCtyxlw/video.html
Oh and by the way. Don't feel bad. I struggled with my FZ2500 too long. They tried way too hard to put everything in one camera. I am amazed that Leica allows their name on such poor optics. The FZ2000 has less features and is way better.
Hope this helps.
What is LUMIX FZ2500 native ISO?
I am not sure
What program are you using for the feed to your pc?
is it just hdmi out? to pc?
Xsplit broadcaster
Yes HDMI out to my hdmi Avermedia Livegamer HD2 capture interface
I'm a complete newbie with the FZ-2500 which I ordered from Amazon and arrived yesterday. To demonstrate, in your video you talk about "going into settings" but would you believe I have NO IDEA how to go into settings? And you didn't explain it very well, so I still don't know how to go into settings. I subscribed to your channel, but my confusion remains. I know I'll have it figured out in a little while, but I have to migrate to another video after 10:49 because I need to know how to get to the settings on this camera. What I see on my camera screen is not what I see in your video.
Hehe. I should have mentioned the word "Menu". This will bring you into the settings menu. Sorry mt bad
Really wish you would show more physical aspect as you switch the buttons.
Sorry about that. I guess I could have put a camera on the buttons themselves. Unfortunately, I no longer own this camera.
Echar un vistazo a esta grabación que hice con la fz 2000 czcams.com/video/9xjW8YBl3Cg/video.html
You said the fz2000 is better than the fz2500. I thought they were the same camera, just different names for European vs American model.
No. They made some pretty significant changes. This includes skimping on the optics.
Is it any good for porn shoots
I think that that would be a yes. Although, Sony is known to be great for skin tones
this cam is great except when in movie mode and manual focus this camera is rubbish.If you try to zoom in or out the cam goes out of focus immediately if you dare to touch that zoom ring nonsense. if you go to the advanced manual it says the camera will go out of focus and you should just refocus, thats rubbish. first time in fifty years I have experienced this, anyone has experienced this rubbish I would love to fix this its driving me crazy