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Panasonic Lumix S5 Full Frame L-Mount Mirrorless Camera
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The Panasonic Lumix S5 is the newest full-frame L-mount camera which combines advanced hybrid technologies with high dynamic range 4K/60p video, 24MP stills and greatly improved deep learning AF.
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- Full-frame 24.2 megapixel resolution with wide 14+ stops of dynamic range
- No overheat 4K/30p video and 30 minutes at 4K/60p for extended movie recording times
- Improved deep learning AF for high-speed Eye, Face, Head and Animal AF in both photo and video
- Ultra fast continuous burst mode for stills at up to 60fps in 4K and 30fps as 6K images
- Highly competent low light capabilities from Dual Native ISO with -6EV AF coupled with built-in sensor shift stabilisation
Panasonic Lumix S5 Summary
The new full-frame Panasonic Lumix S5 blurs the line between enthusiast and professional equipment, delivering advanced technologies normally associated with a pro-level hybrid camera. It is the latest model to join the growing range of full-frame L-mount Lumix bodies which are renowned for their combined video and stills capabilities. The S5 is considerably smaller and lighter than the S1H body, despite sharing the same 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor with 24.2 megapixel resolution. The S5 is also capable of recording 4K 60p/50p 4:2:0 10-bit, and 4K 30p/25p 4:2:2 10-bit internal movies with 14+ stops of dynamic range (using V-Log). This competes with pro cinema cameras whilst also providing V-Gamut compatibility with popular VariCam colour science renowned for accurate colours and skin tones.
Videographers also gain advanced low light capabilities with a maximum ISO 51,200 providing crystal-clear high sensitivity video with the adoption of Dual Native ISO technology. Stills photographers who never want to miss a moment can burst to 30fps in 6K photo mode with 18-megapixel equivalent photos, ensuring every moment of action is captured. Ultra-high resolution stills are also possible with 96 megapixel equivalent images when used on a tripod, broadening the appeal of the Lumix S5 to landscape, architectural and photographers who print large images.
Other Lumix S5 highlight features:
- Dual SD memory card slots including one high speed UHS-II video class
- Built-in body stabilisation providing up to 5-stops of compensation with OIS lenses
- Free-angle 3.0-inch LCD for selfies and Youtube vlogging plus a bright OLED EVF
- Significantly improved AF with deep learning Face, Eye, Body and Animal tracking
- New high capacity 2,200mAh battery for extended shooting times
- Weather sealed magnesium alloy die-cast body for reliable use anywhere
- Filmmaker connectivity through mini HDMI, mic input and headphone terminal
- Excellent connectivity with 5GHz WiFi and Bluetooth® v4.2
- Tethered shooting from a computer as well as smartphone camera control
- Panasonic provides regular firmware updates to enhance camera features
Panasonic Lumix S5 Body In More Detail
Firmware *UPDATE* released for Panasonic Lumix S5 Firmware Version 2.3
New RAW video output over HDMI to Blackmagic Video Assist 5-inch 12G HDR monitor and Blackmagic Video Assist 7-inch 12G HDR monitor, recorded as Blackmagic RAW.
|
Area |
Resolution |
Frame Rate |
Aspect |
HDMI Output |
|
Full-frame |
5.9K (5888x3312) |
29.97p/25p/23.98p |
16:9 |
12-bit |
|
APS-C |
4K (4128x2176) |
59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p |
17:9 |
12-bit |
|
APS-C Anamorphic |
3.5K (3536X2656) |
50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p |
4:3 |
12-bit |
*All functions may not be available depending on the situation.
*DaVinci Resolve or DaVinci Resolve Studio is required to play back the Blackmagic RAW data. DaVinci Resolve Studio is required to edit the Blackmagic RAW data.
Type: Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera with 35mm full-frame (35.6mm x 23.8mm) CMOS sensor and 14+ stops dynamic range (V-Log).
Movie features:
Recording file format: MOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC (Audio format: LPCM (2ch 48kHz/16-bit)) MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC (Audio format: AAC (2ch))
NTSC (59.94Hz): Full-frame: [4K] 3840x2160 [FHD] 1920x1080
APS-C / Pixel by Pixel: [4K] 3840x2160 [Anamorphic 4K] 3328x2496 (4:3) [FHD] 1920x1080
MP4: NTSC (59.94Hz): Full-frame: [FHD] 1920x1080: 59.94p, 28Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
29.97p, 20Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
23.98p, 24Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 100, 120, 150*, 180* fps
*Angle of view narrows if you select a frame rate with a number of frames 180. The AF mode switches to MF when the frame rate is set to of 150 fps or more.
APS-C / Pixel by Pixel: [4K] 3840x2160: 29.97p, 100Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
23.98p, 100Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 fps
PAL (50.00Hz): Full-frame: [FHD] 1920x1080: 50.00p, 28Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
25.00p, 20Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC)
1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 100, 120, 150*, 180* fps
*Angle of view narrows if you select a frame rate with a number of frames 180. The AF mode switches to MF when the frame rate is set to of 150 fps or more.
APS-C / Pixel by Pixel: [4K] 3840x2160: 25.00p, 100Mbps (4:2:0 8-bit LongGOP) (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC) 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 fps
Focus System:
Type: Contrast AF system
DFD technology: Yes
Focus mode: AFS (Single) / AFC (Continuous) / MF
AF mode: Auto Detection (Face, Eye, Body, Animal) / Tracking / 225-Area / Zone (Vertical/Horizontal) / Zone (Square) / Zone (Oval) / 1-Area+ / 1-Area / Pinpoint / Custom 1, 2, 3
(Full area touch is available) (Scalable AF frame size and flexible AF position)
AF detective range: EV -6 - 20 (F1.4, ISO100 equivalent, AFS)
AF custom setting: AF Sensitivity, AF Area Switching Sensitivity, Moving Object Prediction
Exposure Control:
Light metering system: 1,728-zone multi-pattern sensing system
Light metering mode: Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot / Highlight Weighted
Metering range: EV0-18 (F2.0 lens, ISO100 equivalent)
Exposure mode: Program AE / Aperture Priority AE / Shutter Priority AE / Manual Exposure
ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity): Auto / 50* / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 / 51200 / 102400* / 204800* (Changeable to 1/3 EV step) *Extended ISO
Image Stabilisation System:
Image sensor shift type (5-axis / 5.0-stop*) *Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=60mm when S-R2060 is used.]
Dual I.S. (6.5-stop* Dual I.S. 2 compatible) *Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=200mm when S-E70200 is used.]
Burst speed:
Mechanical shutter / Electronic front curtain shutter: AFS/MF: H: 7 frames/sec, M: 5 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View) AFC: H: 5 frames/sec (with Live View), M: 5 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Electronic shutter: AFS/MF: H: 7 frames/sec, M: 5 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View) AFC: H: 5 frames/sec (with Live View), M: 5 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View)
Number of recordable images:
RAW / RAW+JPEG: More than 24 images
JPEG: More than 999 images (When using a card with SD Speed Class with UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) inserted into card slot 1.)
6K Photo / 4K Photo: 6K PHOTO: 30 frames/sec. 4K PHOTO: 60 frames/sec, 30 frames/sec
Flash type: TTL External Flash (sold separately)
Flash mode: Auto* / Auto/Red-eye Reduction* / Forced On / Forced On/Red-eye Reduction / Slow Sync. / Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction / Forced Off *For iA only.
Flash synchronisation: 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync.
Flash output adjustment: 1/3EV step ±3EV
Synchronisation speed: Less than 1/250 second *The guide number decreases at 1/250 second. Only when set to M mode or S mode.
Wireless control: Yes (When using DMW-FL200L / FL360L / FL580L (sold separately)), Wireless Channel: 1ch/2ch/3ch/4ch
Battery: Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 2200mAh, 16Wh) (bundled)
USB power supply, USB power charging
Battery life (CIPA standard): Approx. 440 images (rear monitor), 470 images (LVF), 1,500 images (Power Save LVF mode*) with S-R2060
Continuous recordable time (Motion picture): MP4 [4K/60p]: Approx. 110 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (LVF), 110 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (rear monitor) *When using S-R2060. When the battery is fully charged.
MOV [4K/60p/4:2:0 10-bit/LongGOP]: Approx. 100 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (LVF), 110 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (rear monitor) *When using S-R2060. When the battery is fully charged.
Actual recordable time (Motion picture): MP4 [4K/60p]: Approx. 55 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (LVF), 55 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (rear monitor) *When using S-R2060. When the battery is fully charged.
MOV [4K/60p/4:2:0 10-bit/LongGOP]: Approx. 50 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (LVF), 55 min (APS-C, Pixel by Pixel) (rear monitor) *When using S-R2060. When the battery is fully charged.
What else is included in the box?
- Panasonic Lumix S5 Camera Body
- Shoulder Strap
- Battery Pack
- Battery Charger
- AC Adaptor
- USB Connection Cable (A-C)
Optional Accessories
Our Verdict
Panasonic appears driven to provide content creators with extremely compelling new full-frame options with their hybrid camera line-up. The latest Lumix S5 model adopts and improves on existing technologies from the L-mount range, blurring the line between their top of the line professional and enthusiast-level models. The S5 will appeal to videographers, Youtubers and stills photographers who create content in virtually any genre, by delivering advanced features across both video and photography disciplines. The ability to record at 4K 30p/25p 4:2:2 10-bit provides access to professional movie making in-camera, with yet more advanced capabilities when using an external video recorder. Stills photographers who shoot sports or action gain breath-taking 60fps in 4K or 30fps in 6K mode, more than ample for even the most demanding subjects. Ultra-high resolutions are also possible with sensor-shift technology opening up stunning results suitable for art and landscape photographers.
Panasonic has also listened to customers and further improved their advanced deep-learning Ai algorithms to capture and track subjects in the blink of an eye. This includes Eye AF, together with face and animal detect features. Adding a free-angle high resolution LCD, powerful EVF and improved battery capacity serve to cement the S5 as a viable choice for an even wider range of users. With the broad selection of high quality L-mount lenses also from Sigma and Leica, the S5 is worthy for those who demand hybrid capabilities within an extremely compact full-frame mirrorless camera body. The body is also available with a 20-60mm lens kit and vlogging kit (which includes a tripod grip and spare battery).
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
