Need a good workhorse lens for GH3 for concert shooting

[Chadfish]

One thing I'll say about live shows: Go to the sound check and see if you can get the light person to give you an example of the stage lighting. Same for audio. If you're recording off the board, or even just miking the stage, get your levels BEFORE the actual show. It's best if you get the names of the sound/light people before and call them before that date so there are no surprises, and they aren't as likely to blow you off when you just walk up and start asking for things.

 

[downsouthstudio]

I agree using a camcorder is best for recital type events. Adjusting a DSLR zoom live is asking for trouble. I would check out the Canon XA-10 or 20. I use the XA-10 and Gh2 as backup. But I wish I had two XA10s ! http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=canon+xa10&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ta
I love my GH2s, but rely on a camcorder when shooting stage live stage performances.

good luck,
Jeff

 

[droid]

Stick a B4 TV lens on it and you have everything you need. Like a Canon J14, butter smooth zoom, low aperture and cheap. B4 lenses are all I have on my GH3...its best for what I do.