Panasonic Lumix S5 Review

Panasonic LUMIX S5 Full Frame Mirrorless Camera, 4K 60P Video Recording with Flip Screen & WiFi, LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 Lens, L-Mount, 5-Axis Dual I.S, DC-S5KK (Black)

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The Panasonic Lumix S5 is a Leica L mount camera from Panasonic with a 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS sensor. You can view the best Panasonic mirrorless cameras here.

The Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera is a powerful camera that is perfect for photographers who want to take amazing photos and videos. With its 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor, UHD 4K60 Video, 10-Bit Internal Recording, V-Log, HDR, and Dual Native ISO, the Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera can handle any photo or video task you can think of. The camera also features a 2.36m-Dot 0.74x-Magnification OLED LVF, 3.0″ 1.84m-Dot Free-Angle Touchscreen, Contrast-Detect 225-Area DFD AF System, 5-Axis Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, ISO 100-51200, up to 7 fps Shooting, 96MP High-Res Mode, Dual SD Card Slots, and more. This camera is perfect for anyone who wants to take amazing photos and videos.

Panasonic Lumix S5 Key Features

  • 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • UHD 4K60 Video,10-Bit Internal Recording
  • V-Log
  • HDR
  • and Dual Native ISO
  • 2.36m-Dot 0.74x-Magnification OLED LVF
  • 3.0″ 1.84m-Dot Free-Angle Touchscreen
  • Contrast-Detect 225-Area DFD AF System
  • 5-Axis Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization
  • ISO 100-51200
  • up to 7 fps Shooting
  • 96MP High-Res Mode
  • Dual SD Card Slots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included with the Panasonic Lumix S5?
Included with the Panasonic Lumix S5 are: Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera, Panasonic DMW-BLK22 Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 2200mAh), Panasonic DMW-BLK22 Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 2200mAh), Panasonic DMW-BTC15 Battery Charger, AC Adapter, USB Type-C to USB Type-A Cable, Shoulder Strap, Body Cap, Hot Shoe Cover, Battery Grip Connector Cover, Limited 1-Year Warranty, Extendable to 3-Years with Online Registration. You can also usually find Panasonic Lumix S5 bundle kits with additional accessories and lenses included.

What lens mount does the Panasonic Lumix S5 have?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 has a Leica L lens mount. This is a popular lens mount, so you should have no issues finding Leica L lenses. This lens mount is also available on the following cameras: Panasonic Lumix S5, Leica SL2, Leica SL2-S, Leica TL2

What kind of sensor does the Panasonic Lumix S5 have?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 has a 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS sensor.

What is the resolution of the Panasonic Lumix S5?
The Panasonic Lumix S5’s 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS sensor has the following resolutions – Actual: 25.28 Megapixel
Effective: 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000).

Does the Panasonic Lumix S5 have image stabilization?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 has Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis image stabilization. Image stabilization is important for photographers interested in shooting in low light without relying on a tripod.

What size and resolution screen does the Panasonic Lumix S5 have?
The Panasonic Lumix S5’s screen is 3.0″ and has a resolution of 1,840,000 Dots.

How many autofocus points does the Panasonic Lumix S5 have?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 has the following autofocus points – Contrast Detection: 225.

What is the material construction of the Panasonic Lumix S5?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 is made of magnesium alloy.

Does the Panasonic Lumix S5 have a built-in ND filter?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 does not have a built-in ND filter. While having a built-in filter is convenient, you can always buy quality filters for your lenses and have more flexibility.

Can the Panasonic Lumix S5 shoot photos and video?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 can shoot stills & video. This is arguably the most important feature to check before purchasing a camera. You don’t want to be caught off guard when you go to shoot video and your camera only takes photos.

What batteries does the Panasonic Lumix S5 take?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 takes the following batteries: 1 x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 2200 VDC, 7.2 mAh (Approx. 440 Shots).

How are the Panasonic Lumix S5’s dimensions?
The Panasonic Lumix S5 has dimensions of 5.22 x 3.82 x 3.22″ / 132.6 x 97.1 x 81.9 mm.

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