Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera (2020)

MSRP 1800 GBP65% Neofiliac78% External
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Product Overview

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is an entry-level hybrid full-frame mirrorless camera. With a dual-gain sensor that has base ISOs at 100 and 640, the Lumix S5 is an excellent budget choice to enter full-frame stills and videos shooting.
The Lumix S5 offers 14+ stops of dynamic range as well as V-Log / V-Gamut compatibility. Like other Panasonic mirrorless cameras, the S5 is optimized for video work, supporting 4:3 Anamorphic mode, 4K 60p interval shooting, and 4K HDR.
It also offers lots of flexibility in usage, with two SD card slots (including one UHS-II) as well as WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity. The flip-out display makes it easy for content creators in vlog applications and for consumers with selfie works or group photos.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 65% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Fully articulated LCD
  • 6.5 stops of IBIS
  • Weather-sealed
  • Supports both WiFi and Bluetooth
Cons
  • Low 7.0 fps burst rate
  • Viewfinder with low 0.74x magnification
  • Low resolution EVF

What external reviewers found***

External score 78% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Great overall video performance
  • Superb battery life
  • Excellent image quality
Cons
  • No built-in zoom
  • Bulky and bulky for a mirrorless camera
  • No Micro HDMI port
  • No RAW video
  • No full-frame mirrorless
  • No video assist tools
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Specifications

Connectivity

Ports
HDMI + Headphone + Microphone + Remote Control + USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wireless Connectivity
802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth

Construction

Battery | Capacity
2200 mAh / 16 Wh
Form Factor
Mirrorless camera
Image Size
Full frame (35.6 x 23.8 mm)
Lens Mount
Leica L-mount
Microphone
Stereo
Sensor | Resolution
24 MP (6000 x 4000)
Sensor | Type
CMOS
Speakers
Mono

Dimensions

Size | Depth
82 mm / 3.23 in
Size | Height
97 mm / 3.82 in
Size | Width
133 mm / 5.24 in
Weight
714 g / 25.23 oz

Display

Display Diagonal
3 inch
Display Type
Fully articulated TFT LCD
Resolution
1,840,000 dots
Viewfinder | Coverage
100%
Viewfinder | Magnification
0.74x
Viewfinder | Resolution
2,360,000 dots
Viewfinder | Type
Electronic

Function

AE Bracketing
±3 (3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)
Autofocus
225 focus points
Crop Factor
1.0
Exposure Compensation
±5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Exposure Mode
Auto / Aperture Priority / Shutter Priority / Manual
Flash Sync Speed
1/250 sec
GPS
No
Image Stabilization
5-axis Dual IS 2, 6.5 stops
Intervalometer
Yes
ISO Range
100 ~ 51200 (expands to 50 ~ 204800)
Processor
Venus Engine
Touch Screen
Yes
Video Codecs
MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Video Recording
4K 30p, FHD 60p / 4K 60p (APS-C)
Weather Resistance
Yes

Performance

Battery Life
440 shots
Battery Life | Stills
440 images LCD / 470 images EVF
Battery Life | Video
110 min (4K 60p, APS-C mode)
Dynamic Range
14+ stops (V-Log)
Max Burst Rate
7.0 fps
Shutter Speed
1/8000 - 60 sec
Storage
Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1)

Production

Accessory
Battery Grip: DMW-BGS5
Availability
2020-09
Battery
DMW-BLK22 lithium-ion battery and charger
Debut
2020-09-02

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

cameralabs[1]

Reviewer score 89%
Reviewers from cameralabs have found the following***:
’re shooting 10 bit 4k internal, clips are limited to half an hour each, but I managed four consecutive ones on a single charge without overheating. The S5 also becomes the first full-framer at its price point to offer 4k at 50 or 60p, albeit with an APSC crop. There’s also support for anamorphic modes which use special lenses to squeeze a wide aspect ratio into a 4:3 shape for recording.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent image quality
  • Excellent autofocus
  • Excellent battery life
Cons
  • No RAW video
  • No built-in zoom

digitaltrends[2]

Reviewer score 80%
Reviewers from digitaltrends have found the following***:
The Panasonic Lumix S5 is shaping up to be a very impressive, high-end video camera. It's a miniature workhorse that can keep rank with its larger, more expensive siblings. You can get S1H quality from a camera that's half the price. The camera has grown on me a little more every day that I've had it.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • S1H video quality
  • 5.9K RAW video
  • Firmware update is coming soon
Cons
  • No continuous autofocus or 6K internal recording
  • No video assist tools

pcmag[3]

Reviewer score 90%
Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
Panasonic is sticking with its contrast-detection autofocus system with the S5. Subject tracking is effective, but is limited to working at 6fps. The S5 is the best full-frame camera for the money for videographers. It records internally at 10-bit quality, and can push 60fps at 4K.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent image quality
  • 10-bit video recording
  • In-body stabilization
  • 5-axis stabilizer
Cons
  • No manual focus

rtings[4]

Reviewer score 68%
Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
The Panasonic S5 is great for travel photography. Images are low in noise and graininess, even at high ISO levels. It also features a wide shutter speed range, allowing for intricate long-exposure photography. Its autofocus system is also quick and reliable, and the camera's body feels exceptionally well-built.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent overall video quality
  • Excellent autofocus system
  • Superb battery life
  • Incredibly well-built and comfortable to hold
  • Great overall video performance
  • Impressive autofocusing system.
  • Incredible battery l
Cons
  • Bulky and bulky for a mirrorless camera
  • High maximum shooting speed isn't particularly high

t3[5]

Reviewer score 70%
Reviewers from t3 have found the following***:
Panasonic S5 is a good little hybrid camera available at an affordable price. Image and video quality is very good - which is arguably the most important thing. The body of the camera is also well-designed, with an ergonomic and sensible layout. There are still some problems with Panasonic S5 that could put you off, largely due to the type of photographer you are.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Very good image and video quality
  • Fully articulating screen
  • Good battery life
Cons
  • No full-frame mirrorless
  • Micro HDMI port

techradar[6]

Reviewer score 74%
Reviewers from techradar have found the following***:
Panasonic Lumix S5 is a full-frame Micro Four Thirds camera with a 20-60mm kit lens. It offers V-Log recording with 14 stops of dynamic range, time-lapse recording, dual native ISO and anamorphic 4K. Micro HDMI cables tend to be more prone to breaking than their full-size equivalents, but it's not a deal-breaker.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent image quality
  • Excellent autofocus
  • Decent battery life
Cons
  • No Micro HDMI port
  • Can struggle with high-contrast situations

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References

  1. ^ Panasonic Lumix S5 review. [cameralabs]. https://www.cameralabs.com/panasonic-lumix-s5-review/. Retrieved 2022-02-02.
  2. ^ Panasonic Lumix S5 review: A true enthusiast’s camera. [digitaltrends]. https://www.digitaltrends.com/digital-camera-reviews/panasonic-lumix-s5-review/. 2020-09-02. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
  3. ^ Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/panasonic-lumix-dc-s5. 2020-11-06. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
  4. ^ Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Camera Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/camera/reviews/panasonic/lumix-dc-s5. 2021-02-12. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
  5. ^ Panasonic Lumix S5 review. [t3]. https://www.t3.com/reviews/panasonic-s5-review. 2021-09-13. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
  6. ^ Panasonic Lumix S5 review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/panasonic-lumix-s5. 2020-09-25. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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