This camera is marvelous given the price and capability it provides. If you are a pro or semi pro and use manual focus most of the time, this is your dream come true under 2k. It got all the bells and whistles a pro shooter wants, 4k 10 bit 4:2:2, external 5.9k recording, Vlog, CineD, every dime of settings, beautiful fully articulated screen, pretty much everything the bigger brother S1H have. IBIS is ok (not as good as S1H), and you got vlog built in. BUT BUT BUT, contrast based defocus calculations for autofocus is pretty bad. If you depends heavily on Auto Focus and buying this Camera for v-logging, walking in and around, Selfie style video and will have different subjects in your video shots, DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA. This will disappoint you. I would rather use iPhone for that than this camera. This is near idea for me but since I wanted something that can be used for v-logging, I am disappointed. I am going to return this and looking at Sony A7C for that purpose.
UPDATE: 02/25/2021: I was testing S5 in a studio setup with Key light, fill light and a RGB light background. Forget about all other auto focus modes, this camera still manages to loose focus when the setting was even on face tracking or Area+ tracking with human detection. However, it slightly improves with frame rate set to 60 on 4k. But that crops to APS-C mode. Don't know if this autofocus is something Panasonic can fix via software update. They completely redesigned the contrast based auto focus for S5 and update S1 series with this new autofocus system. Panasonic, If you are listening, would you be able to tell your customers when these autofocus nightmares will be over? Panasonic, if this is fixable through firmware update, please do, because you are going to loose lot of customers in this segment of camera because this segment relies heavily on AUTO FOCUS.
Update: 03/01/2021: I got Sony A7C to test it against this. I must say that Panasonic beats all Sony camera's including higher end A7SIII if you can live with Panasonic S5 Autofocus system or Manual focus system. I found that Sony A7C, which in fact Sony's highly acclaimed A7III in a compact body, has pretty bad banding problems due to Electronic First Curtain Shutter (EFCS) mechanism (it has no full mechanical shutters and that is why you cannot turn that option off). Especially if you shoot in LED lights environment with increase shutter speed > 1/60. Long Story short, Panasonic S5 is near perfect and even better as compared to all Sony camera's upto A7SIII if you can live without perfect autofocus.
Update: 03/09/2021: Since Panasonic is not giving us any update on its autofocus vision or future of autofocus in Pana cameras, I am going to return this camera. I can live with it if I am sure of its future or if price goes down so I can invest in good manual focus assistive setup and rig.
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| Customer Rating | (140) | (29) | (19) | (8) | (38) | (22) |
| Price | $1,497.99 | $497.99 | $347.99 | $497.99 | $1,069.00 | $1,097.99 |
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| Item Dimensions | 7.6 x 6.1 x 5.59 inches | 9.1 x 9.1 x 9.1 inches | 9.1 x 9.1 x 9.1 inches | 9.9 x 4.5 x 4.5 inches | 4.84 x 3.46 x 3.46 inches | 5.5 x 10 x 5.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.47 ounces | 1.00 lbs | 1.00 lbs | 0.77 lbs | 1.84 lbs | 2.60 lbs |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Wide Angle | Standard | Wide Angle | Standard | Standard |
| Maximum Focal Length | 35 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 50 millimeters | 60 millimeters | 70 | 105 millimeters |
| Maximum Format Size | Full Frame | Full Frame | Full Frame | Full Frame | Full Frame | 35mm Full Frame |
| Minimum Focal Length | 35 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 50 millimeters | 20 millimeters | 24 | 24 millimeters |
From the manufacturer
LUMIX S5
Moving Images Forward
Whether you're a content creator, DIY filmmaker, photo hobbyist, or seasoned photographer, the S5 truly has it all: from a 24.2MP CMOS sensor with Dual Native ISO, to 4:2:2 10-bit video, to unlimited recording time in 4K/30p 4:2:0 8-bit and Live Composte mode.
96 MP High Resolution Mode with JPEG
Photos can now be saved directly in the JPEG format for finely detailed, 96-megapixel-equivalent images characteristic of LUMIX.
6.5-stop Dual Image Stabilization
5-axis Dual I.S.2 combines control of the Body I.S. and Lens O.I.S. to offer 6.5 stops’ worth of correction* to keep your video clear and steady even when shooting on the go.
Improved Autofocus with Advanced AI Technology
Features high-speed (approx. 0.08 sec*), high precision AF. Improved autofocus includes detection of the head as well as eyes, face, and body, to capture subjects with ease and precision.
Features for Maximum Creativity
Enjoy unlimited recording in 4K/30p 4:2:0 8bit with optimum heat disperson. 14+ stops dynamic range with pre-installed V-Log/V-Gamut, FHD180fps, and 4:3 Anamorphic support for vibrant storytelling.
Dust and Splash Resistant* Body Is Made for Action
The tough body is dust- and splash-resistant* thanks to sealing and other protection for seams, buttons, and other functional parts.
 LUMIX S5 Body |  LUMIX S5 & S-X50 Lens |  LUMIX S5 & S-S85 Lens |  LUMIX S5 & S-E70200 Lens |  LUMIX S5 & S-R70200 Lens |  LUMIX S-R70300 Lens | |
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Type
| S5 Camera Body | S5 Camera Body & Lens Bundle | S5 Camera Body & Lens Bundle | S5 Camera Body & Lens Bundle | S5 Camera Body & Lens Bundle | Lens Only |
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Lens Model Number
| - | S-X50 | S-S85 | S-E70200 | S-R70200 | S-R70300 |
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L Mount
| - | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Leica Certified
| - | Yes | — | Yes | — | — |
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Lens Focal Length
| - | 50mm | 85mm | 70-200mm | 70-200mm | 70-300mm |
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Lens Maximum Aperture
| - | F1.4 | F1.8 | F2.8 | F4 | F4.5-5.6 |
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Lens Filter Size
| - | 77 | 67 | 82 | 77 | 77 |
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Lens Max Image Magnification
| - | 0.15x | 0.13x | 0.21x | 0.25x | 0.5x |
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Lens Closest Focusing Distance
| — | 1.44 ft. | 2.62 ft. | 3.12 ft. | 3.02 ft. | 70mm: 1.77 ft / 300mm: 2.43 ft |
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Optical Image Stabilizer
| 5-Axis Image Stabilization | - | - | O.I.S. / Dual I.S. 2 | O.I.S. / Dual I.S. 2 | O.I.S. / Dual I.S. 2 |
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Weight
| 1.39 lb (camera body only) | 2.11 lb (lens only) | 0.78 lb (lens only) | 3.46 lb (lens only) | 2.17 lb (lens only) | 1.75 lb (lens only) |
Customer reviews
WOW Panasonic S5 unleashed the creative in me, excellent tool for my work
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2021
Doing multicam work, and find this camera to be the best in decades of shooting. 4K 10bit in 3840 or C4K/DCI on fairly standard SDXC cards, not exotic memory cards that A7SIII would need. Glad to finally move on from Sony ecosystem, especially in the IOS stabilization department. Happy with the image quality, and the lightweight 20-60mm lens.I'm a SOC (Society Of Camera Ops member), and enjoy using it for handheld work also. Good viewfinder, and ability to place the LCD screen implements well also. Connectivity and ports are ample. Pair it with a fast lens for very low light shooting. Typical night lighting, it images fine.Basically like I mentioned, it can record 4K 10bit onto pretty standard SDXC cards. Yes you can go down the higher bitrate road to wherever with the Sony and others, but this one can go there too, externally to a Ninja V, in 6K. Personally if I need 6K in 12 bit, I would rather buy regular useable recording memory, ie SDXC cards and SSD drives, instead of proprietary or expensive memory.The power options are excellent, the single battery last a long time, and it can take external power through USB-C.So I started this whole rig with building it with Sony A7SIII's. I quickly changed that when looking at a side by side sequence shot with both cameras (A7SIII and S5). The test was at night. To me the S5 had much better motion interpretation, and again way way better stabilization. The S5 to me was a clearly better choice for my work.One last thing, the video shows 8 S5 cameras in full record sync, I love that multicam record beep sound.
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2021
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Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2021
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Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2021
I'm a SOC (Society Of Camera Ops member), and enjoy using it for handheld work also. Good viewfinder, and ability to place the LCD screen implements well also. Connectivity and ports are ample. Pair it with a fast lens for very low light shooting. Typical night lighting, it images fine.
Basically like I mentioned, it can record 4K 10bit onto pretty standard SDXC cards. Yes you can go down the higher bitrate road to wherever with the Sony and others, but this one can go there too, externally to a Ninja V, in 6K. Personally if I need 6K in 12 bit, I would rather buy regular useable recording memory, ie SDXC cards and SSD drives, instead of proprietary or expensive memory.
The power options are excellent, the single battery last a long time, and it can take external power through USB-C.
So I started this whole rig with building it with Sony A7SIII's. I quickly changed that when looking at a side by side sequence shot with both cameras (A7SIII and S5). The test was at night. To me the S5 had much better motion interpretation, and again way way better stabilization. The S5 to me was a clearly better choice for my work.
One last thing, the video shows 8 S5 cameras in full record sync, I love that multicam record beep sound.
Style: w/ S5 Lens KitConfiguration: BaseVerified Purchase
WOW Panasonic S5 unleashed the creative in me, excellent tool for my work
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2021
Doing multicam work, and find this camera to be the best in decades of shooting. 4K 10bit in 3840 or C4K/DCI on fairly standard SDXC cards, not exotic memory cards that A7SIII would need. Glad to finally move on from Sony ecosystem, especially in the IOS stabilization department. Happy with the image quality, and the lightweight 20-60mm lens.Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2021
I'm a SOC (Society Of Camera Ops member), and enjoy using it for handheld work also. Good viewfinder, and ability to place the LCD screen implements well also. Connectivity and ports are ample. Pair it with a fast lens for very low light shooting. Typical night lighting, it images fine.
Basically like I mentioned, it can record 4K 10bit onto pretty standard SDXC cards. Yes you can go down the higher bitrate road to wherever with the Sony and others, but this one can go there too, externally to a Ninja V, in 6K. Personally if I need 6K in 12 bit, I would rather buy regular useable recording memory, ie SDXC cards and SSD drives, instead of proprietary or expensive memory.
The power options are excellent, the single battery last a long time, and it can take external power through USB-C.
So I started this whole rig with building it with Sony A7SIII's. I quickly changed that when looking at a side by side sequence shot with both cameras (A7SIII and S5). The test was at night. To me the S5 had much better motion interpretation, and again way way better stabilization. The S5 to me was a clearly better choice for my work.
One last thing, the video shows 8 S5 cameras in full record sync, I love that multicam record beep sound.
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Manny
I don’t recommend this at all.
Reviewed in Canada on November 3, 2021Style: Body onlyConfiguration: BaseVerified Purchase
Amazon Customer
defective battery and unpleasant return experience
Reviewed in Canada on February 11, 2022Style: w/ S5 Lens KitConfiguration: BaseVerified Purchase
Amazon Customer
I love this camera
Reviewed in Canada on May 14, 2021Style: w/ S5 Lens KitConfiguration: BaseVerified Purchase