Panasonic Lumix Gh4 Tethering To Computer

I'm trying to figure out how to hardwire tether my GH4 to a Mac computer. Right now we are using a 40D with the EOS Utility software. It seems like the software choice for Panasonic is the PhotoFunStudio. Herein lies the problem; PhotoFunStudio is a Windows only program. We do run Parallels on our systems, so that shouldn't be a problem. Panasonic’s LUMIX Tether for Streaming is still considered to be in Beta and is only available for Windows 10. It is also compatible with a small number of LUMIX cameras, namely the DC-GH5, DC.

1. Panasonic Lumix Gh4 Review
2. Panasonic Lumix Gh4 Tethering To Computer Screen

This article displays a workaround for people who are unable to import and edit Panasonic Lumix GH4 AVCHD footage in Premiere Pro smoothly. It presents a step-by-step guide on how to convert GH4 MTS files to a format that is Premiere friendly.

One of the most prominent features of Panasonic LUMIX GH4 is unlimited 4K video recording in both QFHD 4K: 3840×2160 / up to 30 fps, and Cinema 4K: 4096×2160 / 24 fps in MOV/MP4 recording format. More than 4K video recording capability, the GH4 also features ability to capture Full HD 1080p footage up to 60p in AVCHD format. Since there are so many people asking for the best workflow for GH4 AVCHD clips and Premiere, we would like to display a step-by-step guide on how to convert GH4 AVCHD MTS clips to an intermediate format, so that Premiere Pro will recognize and handle them well without glitches and you will never consider MTS files as a kind of pains to work with.

Software requirement
Video Converter
By using this Video Converter program, you are able to convert Panasonic GH4 AVCHD footage to whatever format you need for editing and playing. It comes with very easy to use menus and produces very good quality DNxHD/ProRes conversions as well as bulk processing so you could load it with files and leave it alone to do the job.

Panasonic Lumix Gh4 Review

Download a demo of Video Converter
Low price is not the only angle to measure a good AVCHD Converter program, conversion speed and output quality weigh the same. The Video Converter promises you fast conversion speed and output files with excellent quality without audio & video out of sync issues.

Panasonic GH4 and Premiere Workflow – how to convert GH4 MTS clips to MOV for editing in Premiere?

Follow these steps:
Step 1: Start up Video Converter as a Panasonic GH4 MTS Converter for Premiere Pro. When its main interface pops up, click ‘Add File’ to input your source media.

Step 2: Choose output format for Premiere Pro
1) Convert Panasonic GH4 MTS to DNxHD MOV for Premiere Pro
If you are running Premiere Pro on a Windows PC, you can from ‘Format’ bar, select ‘Avid DNxHD (*.mov)’ as output format under ‘Avid Media Composer’ column.

2) Transcode Panasonic GH4 AVCHD to ProRes MOV for Premiere Pro
If you are using Premiere Pro on a Mac, you can select ‘Apple ProRes 422 (*.mov)’ as output format under ‘Final Cut Pro’ column.

3) You can also select ‘MOV (AVC) (*.mov)’ as output format under ‘Adobe Premiere/Sony Vegas’ option.
Important: If you’ve loaded a number of video clips to do batch conversion, please do remember ticking off ‘Apply to All’ option before you start.

Step 3: Custom video and audio settings
If necessary, you can click ‘Settings’ button and go to ‘Profiles Settings’ panel to modify video and audio settings like video encoder, resolution, video bit rate, frame rate, aspect ratio, audio encoder, sample rate, audio bit rate, and audio channels. 3D settings are also available.

Step 4: Start Panasonic GH4 AVCHD MTS to MOV Conversion
When ready, click ‘Convert’ to start format conversion. As soon as the conversion is complete, you can click ‘Open Folder’ button to get the exported MOV files for use in Premiere Pro with optimum performance.

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Panasonic has announced the release of firmware update programs for the LUMIX G Series of Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Cameras; the software program “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac; and the development of “LUMIX Webcam Software” for Windows and Mac.

The firmware updates for the LUMIX GH5, GH5S, G9, G95, G85 and GX9 will improve both compatibility with the new Tripod Grip DMW-SHGR1 and operational stability with the LUMIX G VARIO 12-32mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. /MEGA O.I.S. (H-FS12032) lens.

Meanwhile, “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” and “LUMIX Webcam Software” boost user convenience as streaming opportunities grow. While “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” supports tethered shooting and the capture of camera views for live streaming, the upcoming “LUMIX Webcam Software” makes it possible to use selected LUMIX cameras as webcams over a USB connection for both live streaming and video conferencing.

• The G Series firmware update program will be available at the LUMIX Global Customer Support website on 21 July 2020:
  https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/

• “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac is available now at this link:
  https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_lumixtether.html

• “LUMIX Webcam Software” will be available for Windows at the end of September 2020, and for Mac at the end of October 2020.

1. Firmware update programs for LUMIX GH5, GH5S, G9, G95, G85 and GX9

2. LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta) for Mac

Following the release of “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Windows, “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac has also been released – based on “LUMIX Tether (Ver.1.7)” with an additional display option for instances where this software is used for live streaming.

As “LUMIX Tether” is a software program originally designed for tethered shooting, Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) such as a focus area mark, as well as control panels, are displayed with live view images on a monitor during USB tethering. However, these graphic items become a hindrance when the software is used to capture a camera view for live streaming. In response to customer requests, LIVE VIEW mode has been added on “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)”. It enables display of the camera view only, making it easy for separate streaming software to read it. Users can choose to show or hide these graphic items during USB tethering according to their requirements.

“LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac is provided as a pre-release version that is currently still under development. Please note that this software is not eligible for operation warranty and customer support. Compatible LUMIX models are: GH5, G9, GH5S, S1, S1R, S1H.

LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta) for Mac Operating Environment

3. LUMIX Webcam Software

The upcoming “LUMIX Webcam Software” will be compatible with the following LUMIX models:
S1H, S1R, S1, GH5S, GH5, G9, G100.*

Release Date*: End of September 2020 for Windows and end of October 2020 for Mac.

*The release date of LUMIX Webcam Software for G100 is yet to be decided.

Panasonic is committed to continuous improvement of its LUMIX product line, including the Full-Frame S Series and the Micro Four Thirds G Series, by providing customers with value-added products and services, including these firmware and software update programs.

Panasonic Lumix Gh4 Tethering To Computer Screen