Panasonic DC-G97E w/ 12-60mm Lens

Overview
The LUMIX G97 camera features a 20.3MP CMOS sensor without a low-pass filter, providing high-performance image quality. It also includes 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 and B.I.S. for sharp and blur-less images, as well as 4K 30p video recording with V-Log L for versatile video capabilities. The camera is designed with a 2,360k-dot OLED LVF and 1,840k-dot free-angle monitor, making it easy to frame and focus shots accurately in various conditions.

The Lumix G VARIO 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Asph. Power O.I.S. Standard Zoom Lens offers versatile shooting capabilities with a wide angle 12mm to Telephoto 60mm focal range. It features a splash/dust proof construction for shooting in harsh conditions, as well as Optical Image Stabilisation technology for sharp and blur-free photos. The lens also supports 4K video recording with smooth aperture changes and a silent design for enhanced audio capture.

Summary
Focal Length: 12-60mm
Max Aperture: f/3.5-5.6
Lens Format: Micro Four Thirds
Lens Type: Standard Zoom
Lens Mount: Micro Four Thirds
Weight: 0-2kg

About the Panasonic DC-G97E w/ 12-60mm Lens
Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless camera and Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Lens

The LUMIX G97 camera balances high-performance and simplicity, giving creators the tools to elevate their photography and video skills. With the combination of splash & dust resistance, superb image quality and versatile video features, the LUMIX G97 will capture every adventure in stunning detail.

Crisp and clear high-precision images

The 20.3MP CMOS sensor, combined with the high-performance Venus Engine processor, delivers superb image quality with vibrant colours and sharp details. Equipped with LUMIX Photo Style feature, you can fine-tune your images with a variety of colour effect options, ensuring every shot matches your creative vision.

No more blurry images

By combining body and lens stabilization technology, the integrated 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 achieves sharp and blur-less images with 5-stop correction power up to the tele-end*.

Never miss ultra-fast moments

The LUMIX G97 offers high speed Auto Focus (0.07 sec) using DFD technology (240 fps) and enables photographers to take stunning images even when subjects move very fast.

Video performance matching all needs

Record in crisp 4K at 30p with no time limitations**, experiment with slow-motion (4x) or quick-motion (8x) in FHD, and create cinematic content with 12-stops of V-Log L. Dedicated headphone and microphone jacks ensure total audio control while recording.**When the ambient temperature is high, the camera may stop the recording. Wait until the camera cools down.

Intuitive operation and reliable design

With a 1,840k-dot free-angle LCD and 2,360k-dot OLED Live View Finder (0,74x magnification ratio at 35mm camra equivalent), the LUMIX G97 makes it easy to frame and focus your shots accurately, even in bright conditions. The durable dust/splash-resistant* construction is ideal for everyday creators looking for a camera that can reliably handle a variety of situations.*Splash- and dust-resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.

Lumix G VARIO 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Asph. Power O.I.S. Standard Zoom Lens- Micro Four Thirds Mount

Versatile Shooting

Take breathtaking landscapes and powerful portraits with this versatile lens’ wide angle 12mm to Telephoto 60mm focal range (35mm camera equivalent 24-120mm).

This lens offers flexibility and durability in a range of shooting environments. It also features a magnification capability for crystal clear macro close-up shots.

Shoot In Any Weather or Location

This lens features a splash/dust proof construction* that is tough enough to withstand heavy field use. It protects the lens system inside from sand, rain and more, making it perfect for shooting under harsh conditions.

*The lens supports this feature in conjunction with splash/dust/freezeproof LUMIX cameras. Splash Proof is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this lens offers against exposure to minimal amount of moisture, water or dust. Splash Proof does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this lens is subjected to direct contact with water.

Ultra Sharp Photos

The Optical Image Stabilisation (O.I.S.) technology built directly into the lens ensures your photos will look great with sharp and blur-free contours across the entire picture.

Taking the MEGA O.I.S. further, the advanced technology immediately compensates large camera shakes and vibrations so you can capture true-to-life scenes without the need for a tripod.

4K Video Support

The stunning AF performance of this lens records stunning 4K video, where precise focussing is essential. It performs smooth aperture changes giving you no sudden jumps in exposure and boasts a silent design for enhanced capture of the scene’s audio.

H-FS12060

11 elements in 9 groups:

– 3 aspherical lenses

– 1 Extra-Low dispersion lens

Aspherical (ASPH) lenses reduce size and weight, effectively preventing spherical and distortion aberration.

Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) lens corrects chromatic aberration rendering sharp, high-contrast images with clear colours from corner to corner.

LUMIX G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Asph. Power O.I.S.

For everyone interested in a modern alternative to bulky DSLR interchangeable lenses, Panasonic LUMIX Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds lenses deliver impressive, no-compromise optical performance. The durable, all-weather LUMIX 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Lens* features the highest standards of detail and sharpness. Built for travel and great photo and video capture, it comes complete with a splash and dustproof sealed body.** And with Dual I.S. (Image Stabilisation) compatibility, you’ll shoot with unprecedented hand-held stability anywhere you go. Make the move from bulky DSLRs to smaller, lighter, more compact Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds system cameras and lenses from Panasonic LUMIX.

From breathtaking landscapes to heart-warming portrait, you’ll capture everything you see with this versatile 12-60mm* F3.5-5.6 Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds lens. Designed for reliability even under poor weather conditions, this durable lens is all you need for anywhere, anytime photography.

Conquer the elements in practically any kind of weather or environment. This tough lens features splash/dustproof construction* to shield and protect the inner lens system from sand, rain and more. The perfect lens for heavy field use and shooting in harsh conditions.

Capture ultra-sharp scenes with built-in optical image stabilisation (O.I.S.) technology. Achieve consistently clear, blur-free contours across the entire picture using the renowned Panasonic LUMIX Power O.I.S. to instantly compensate for large camera shake and vibration. Power O.I.S. also delivers stable photography without a tripod.

Smart, built-in video support provides smooth aperture adjustments to sudden jumps in exposure, and eliminates impact on audio capture with a silent design. The lens’s AF performance adapts to 4K video capture where precise focusing is essential.

TYPE
Type Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount
IMAGE SENSOR
Type CMOS sensor (17.3 x 13.0 mm)
Camera effective pixels / Total pixels Approx. 20.3 megapixels / Approx. 21.8 megapixels
Aspect ratio / Color filter 4:3 / Primary color filter
Dust reduction system Image sensor shift type
LATITUDE 12 stops (V-Log L)
STILL IMAGE
Recording file format
Still image JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.31), RAW
4K PHOTO (*¹) MP4 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio format: AAC (2ch))
Extracted still images: JPEG (DCF, Exif 2.31)
Aspect ratio 4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9 / 1:1
File size (Pixels)
4:3 5184×3888(L) / 3712×2784(M) / 2624×1968(S) / 3328×2496(4K PHOTO)
3:2 5184×3456(L) / 3712×2480(M) / 2624×1752(S) / 3504×2336(4K PHOTO)
16:9 5184×2920(L) / 3840×2160(M) / 1920×1080(S) / 3840×2160(4K PHOTO)
1:1 3888×3888(L) / 2784×2784(M) / 1968×1968(S) / 2880×2880(4K PHOTO)
Image quality RAW / RAW+Fine / RAW+Standard / Fine / Standard
Color space sRGB / AdobeRGB
MOTION PICTURE (*¹)
Recording file format MP4 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio format: AAC (2ch))
File size (Pixels)
[4K] 3840×2160 30p, 100Mbps
25p, 100Mbps
24p, 100Mbps
[FHD] 1920×1080 60p, 28Mbps
50p, 28Mbps
30p, 20Mbps
25p, 20Mbps
[HD] 1280×720 30p, 10Mbps
25p, 10Mbps
Slow & Quick
[FHD] 1920×1080 60p (1/2 / 2x / 4x / 8x) 　
50p (1/2 / 2x / 4x / 8x)
30p (1/4 / 1/2 / 2x / 4x / 8x)
25p (1/4 / 1/2 / 2x / 4x / 8x)
VIEWFINDER
Type OLED Live View Finder
Pixels Approx. 2,360k dots
Field of view / Magnification Approx. 100% / Approx. 1.48x / 0.74x (35mm camera equivalent)
with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m⁻¹, when the aspect ratio is set to 4:3
Eye point / Diopter adjustment Approx. 20mm at infinity; -1.0 m⁻¹ / -4.0 – +4.0 (dpt)
Eye sensor Yes
REAR MONITOR
Type TFT LCD monitor with static touch control
Monitor size Free-angle, 3.0-inch (7.6cm), 3:2 aspect
Pixels Approx. 1,840k dots
Field of view Approx. 100%
FOCUS
Type Contrast AF system
DFD technology Yes
Focus mode AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF
AF mode Face/Eye Detection / Tracking / 49-Area / Custom Multi / 1-Area / Pinpoint
(Full area touch is available) (Scalable AF frame size and flexible AF position)
AF detective range EV -4 – 20 (F2.0, ISO100 equivalent, AFS)
Starlight AF Yes
AF assist lamp Yes
AF lock Yes (AF/AE Lock button)
Post Focus / Focus Stacking Yes / Yes
Others AF Sensitivity, AF-ON, Focus Peaking, Continuous AF (during motion picture recording),
Focus/Shutter Priority, Focus Switching for Vert/Hor, AF/AE Lock Hold, AF+MF, MF Assist, MF Guide,
Focus Ring Lock, Shutter AF, Half Press Shutter, Quick AF, Eye Sensor AF, Loop Focus Frame,
Touch Shutter, Touch AF/AE Function, Touch Pad AF, Lens Focus Resume
EXPOSURE CONTROL
Light metering system 1728-zone multi-pattern sensing system
Light metering mode Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
Metering range EV 0 – 18 (F2.0 lens, ISO100 equivalent)
Mode dial Program AE (P) / Aperture Priority AE (A) / Shutter Priority AE (S) / Manual Exposure (M) /
Creative Video (P/A/S/M)* / S&Q / Custom / Scene Guide / Creative Control / Intelligent Auto
*The same exposure operations as P/A/S/M mode is available.
Exposure compensation 1/3 EV step, ±5EV (±3 EV for motion picture)
ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)
Still image: Auto / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step)
Creative Video Mode: Auto / 100 (Extended) / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step)
AE lock Yes (AF/AE Lock button)
IMAGE STABILIZATION SYSTEM B.I.S. (5-axis / 5.0-stop*)
*Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=60mm (35mm camera equivalent f=120mm) when H-FS12060 is used.]
Dual I.S. 2 (5.0-stop**)
**Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=140mm
(35mm camera equivalent f=280mm) when H-FSA14140 is used.]
WHITE BALANCE
White balance AWB / AWBc / AWBw / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 /
Color temperature setting 1, 2, 3, 4
White balance adjustment Blue/Amber bias, Magenta/Green bias
Color temperature setting 2500-10000K in 100K
SHUTTER
Type Focal-plane shutter
Shutter speed Still image: Bulb (Max. 30 minutes), 1/4,000 – 60
Electronic front curtain shutter: Bulb (Max. 30 minutes), 1/2,000 – 60
Electronic shutter: 1/16,000 – 1
Motion picture: 1/16,000 – 1/25
Creative Video M mode / MF mode: 1/16,000 – 1/2
Live View Composite 1/2 – 60
Self timer 10sec, 3 images / 2sec / 10sec
Remote control Remote control by DMW-RS2 (sold separately)
Silent mode / Shutter type Yes / Yes (Auto / Mechanical / Electronic front curtain / Electronic)
BRACKET
AE bracket 3, 5, 7 images in 1/3, 2/3 or 1 EV step, max. ±3 EV, single/burst
Aperture bracket 3, 5 or all positions
Focus bracket 1 to 999 images, focus steps can be set in 10 levels
White balance bracket 3 images in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis, color temperature setting
BURST SHOOTING
Burst speed
Mechanical shutter / Electronic front curtain shutter H: 9 frames/sec (AFS/MF), 6 frames/sec (AFF/AFC)
(with Live View) *When H-FS12060 is used.
M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View)
L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Electronic shutter H: 9 frames/sec (AFS/MF), 6 frames/sec (AFF/AFC)
(with Live View) *When H-FS12060 is used.
M: 6 frames/sec (with Live View)
L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Number of recordable images RAW / RAW+JPEG: More than 27 images
JPEG: More than 600 images (When using a card with
SD Speed Class with “UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)”.)
*Until the burst shooting speed slows. When recording
4K PHOTO (*¹)
Burst speed 30 frames/sec
Exif information
Yes (Each JPEG image cropped out of the 4K burst file complies with EXIF.)
is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic.
FLASH
Flash type TTL Built-in-Flash, GN9.0 equivalent (ISO200 ・m) / GN6.4 equivalent (ISO100 ・m)
(Reference), Built-in pop-up
Flash mode 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.
Flash synchronization
1st. Curtain Sync., 2nd Curtain Sync.
Flash output adjustment 1/3EV step ±3EV
Synchronization speed Less than 1/200 second
Wireless control Yes
COLOR SETTINGS
Photo Style Standard / Vivid / Natural / Scenery / Portrait / Monochrome / L. Monochrome /
L. Monochrome D / Cinelike D / Cinelike V / V-Log L / Custom
Picture adjustment Contrast / Sharpness / Noise Reduction / Saturation / Color Tone /
Filter Effect / Grain Effect
*Adjustable settings vary depending on the Photo Style mode.
Filter Expressive / Retro / Old Days / High Key / Low Key / Sepia / Monochrome / Dynamic Monochrome /
Rough Monochrome* / Silky Monochrome* / Impressive Art / High Dynamic / Cross Process /
Toy Effect / Toy Pop / Bleach Bypass / Miniature Effect / Soft Focus* / Fantasy / Star Filter* / One Point Color / Sunshine*
*For photos only.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Time lapse shot Yes
Stop motion animation Yes
Digital zoom 2x / 4x
Extra Tele Conversion Still image: Max. 2.0x (EX S), Max. 1.4x (EX M in 4:3, 3:2, 1:1), Max. 1.3x (EX M in 16:9)
Motion picture: Max. 4.0x (HD), Max. 2.7x (FHD)
Other functions Real-time Histogram, Guide Lines (3 patterns), Live View Boost, Highlight Display,
Center Marker, Zebra Pattern, REC Frame Indicator
VERTICAL POSITION INFORMATION Still image / Motion picture (ON/OFF)
LEVEL GAUGE Yes
FUNCTION BUTTON SETTINGS RECWi-Fi / Q.MENU / Video Record / LVF/Monitor Switch / LVF/Monitor Disp. Style / AF/AE LOCK /
AF-ON / Preview / One Push AE / Touch AE / Level Gauge / Focus Area Set / Zoom Control /
1 Shot “4K PHOTO” / Operation Lock / Focus Ring Lock / Dial Operation Switch / Photo Style /
Filter Effect / Aspect Ratio / Picture Size / Quality / AFS/AFF / Metering Mode / Burst Rate /
4K PHOTO / Self Timer / Bracket / Highlight Shadow / i. Dynamic / i. Resolution / Min. Shtr Speed /
HDR / Shutter Type / Flash Mode / Flash Adjust. / Wireless Flash Setup / Ex. Tele Conv. / Digital Zoom /
Stabilizer / E-Stabilization (Video) / I.S. Lock (Video) / 4K Live Cropping / Snap Movie / Motion Pic. Set /
Picture Mode in Rec. / Sound Rec Level Adj. / Sound Rec Level Disp. / Mic. Directivity Adjust / Silent Mode /
Peaking / Histogram / Guide Line / Zebra Pattern / Monochrome Live View / Constant Preview / Live View Boost /
Rec Area / Step Zoom / Zoom Speed / Exposure Comp. / Sensitivity / White Balance / AF Mode/MF /
Slow & Quick Setting / Rec/Playback Switch / Restore to Default
PLAY Wi-Fi / LVF/Monitor Switch / Rec/Playback Switch / Send Image (Smartphone) / 4K PHOTO Play /
Delete Single / Protect / Rating 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 / RAW Processing / 4K PHOTO Bulk Saving / Restore to Default
INTERFACE
USB USB Type-C® (USB 2.0 High-Speed)
HDMI
HDMI microHDMI TypeD / VIERA Link
Monitor-through 4:2:2 8bit / 4:2:0 8bit
Playback Video: Auto / 4K/25p / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 576p
Audio: Stereo
Remote input φ2.5mm
Audio
Build-in microphone Stereo
Wind Noise Canceller: OFF / Standard / High
External microphone input φ3.5mm
Wind Cut: OFF / Low / Standard / High *When attaching Φ3.5mm microphone.
Special Mic: Stereo/Lens Auto/Shotgun/Super Shotgun/
Manual is selectable when attaching DMW-MS2 (sold separately).
Speaker Monaural
Headphone output φ3.5mm
SD card slot SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card* / SDXC Memory Card*
*Compatible with UHS-I/UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards.
WIRELESS
Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2412 MHz – 2462 MHz (1-11 ch), Wi-Fi / WPA / WPA2, Infrastructure mode
Bluetooth Bluetooth® v5.0 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE))
DUST AND SPLASH RESISTANT* Yes.
*Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this
camera is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
POWER
Battery Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1,200mAh, 8.7Wh) (bundled)
USB power supply, USB power charging
Battery life (CIPA standard) Approx. 280 images (rear monitor), 300 images (LVF),
1,050 images (Power Save LVF mode*) with H-FS12060
*Under the test conditions specified by Panasonic based on CIPA standard. When the time to get in the sleep mode is set to 1 sec.
Continuous recordable time (Motion picture) (*¹) 4K/30p: Approx. 90 min with H-FS12060
Actual recordable time (Motion picture) (*¹) 4K/30p: Approx. 45 min with H-FS12060
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 130.4 x 93.5 x 77.4 mm / 5.14 x 3.69 x 3.05 inch
(Body only, excluding protrusions)
Weight Approx. 530g / 1.17 lb (SD card, Battery, Body)
Approx. 478g / 1.06 lb (Body only)
Approx. 740g / 1.64 lb (SD card, Battery, H-FS12060 lens included) (excluding lens cap and lens rear cap)
Approx. 795g / 1.76 lb (SD card, Battery, H-FSA14140 lens included) (excluding lens cap and lens rear cap)
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Operating temperature 0℃ to 40℃ (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity 10%RH to 80％RH
Lumix G VARIO 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 Asph. Power O.I.S. Standard Zoom Lens- Micro Four Thirds Mount
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups (3 aspherical lenses, 1 ED lens)
Nano Surface Coating –
Mount Micro Four Thirds mount
Optical Image Stabiliser Yes (POWER O.I.S.)
Focal Length f=12-60mm (35mm camera equivalent 24-120mm)
Aperture Type 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
Maximum Aperture F3.5 (Wide) – F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum Aperture F22
Closest Focusing Distance 0.20m / 0.66ft (Wide), 0.25m / 0.82ft (Tele)
Maximum magnification Approx. 0.27x / 0.54x (35mm camera equivalent)
General
Diagonal Angle of View 84.05°(Wide) to 20.44°(Tele)
Filter Size φ58mm / 2.3inch
Max. Diameter φ66.0mm / 2.6inch
Overall Length Approx. 71mm / 2.80inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Weight Approx. 210g / 7.41oz (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood)

20.3MP CMOS Sensor without Low-pass Filter
5.0-stop 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 and 5.0-stop 5-axis B.I.S.
4K 30p Video Recording with No Time Limit and V-Log L
2,360k-dot OLED LVF and 1,840k-dot Free-angle Monitor