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Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera

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Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera
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
Well-rounded, lightweight, and sleek, the Panasonic Lumix S5 meshes capable video and photo capabilities with a portable body design. Featuring a full-frame 24.2MP CMOS sensor, the S5 is distinguished by its UHD 4K60 10-bit internal recording, Dual Native ISO, and wide 14+-stop dynamic range. Beyond video, it caters to a versatile range of stills applications with 7 fps continuous shooting, ISO 100-51200 native range, and even a 96MP High-Res Shot mode. Regardless if working with photo or video, the S5 maintains a quick and accurate 225-area DFD autofocus system with refined subject tracking, as well as 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization to minimize the appearance of camera shake.
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Panasonic S5 Overview

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Well-rounded, lightweight, and sleek, the Panasonic Lumix S5 meshes capable video and photo capabilities with a portable body design. Featuring a full-frame 24.2MP CMOS sensor, the S5 is distinguished by its UHD 4K60 10-bit internal recording, Dual Native ISO, and wide 14+-stop dynamic range. Beyond video, it caters to a versatile range of stills applications with 7 fps continuous shooting, ISO 100-51200 native range, and even a 96MP High-Res Shot mode. Regardless if working with photo or video, the S5 maintains a quick and accurate 225-area DFD autofocus system with refined subject tracking, as well as 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization to minimize the appearance of camera shake.

In terms of physical design, the S5 borrows elements from the larger S1-series of cameras but has a smaller footprint and lighter weight profile for improved portability. The S5 incorporated a 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder and a free-angle 3.0" 1.84m-dot touchscreen LCD, and it has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. Dual SD memory card slots are featured, too, for flexible file storage and the body also has a splash- and dust-sealed design for working in trying conditions.

24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor and Venus Engine
Featuring a full-frame 24.2MP CMOS sensor and an updated Venus Engine, the S5 balances high sensitivity, a wide dynamic range, and speed. The sensor-processor combination enables a useful ISO 100-51200 range, which can be expanded to ISO 50-204800, to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. For working with fast-moving subjects, the S5 also enables full-res shooting at up to 7 fps with AF-S or 6 fps with AF-C, or up to an impressive 60 fps continuous shooting when using 6K or 4K PHOTO modes.
UHD 4K HDR Video Recording
In addition to stills, the S5 also sports highly capable video recording assets, including full-frame UHD 4K30p internal recording with 4:2:2 10-bit color and UHD 4K60p recording using an APS-C sensor area and 4:2:0 10-bit color. Full HD recording at 60 fps, as well as 4K at 30 fps, is also supported with 8-bit color and no recording time limits. Also, high-speed recording is possible, up to Full HD at 180 fps, and anamorphic recording is also available.

Borrowing from Panasonic's broadcast line of video cameras, Dual Native ISO helps to achieve a balanced combination of low noise and high sensitivity to better suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. Two dedicated circuits are provided for each pixel: a Low ISO circuit provides base sensitivities of ISO 100 for normal use, ISO 640 when V-Log is applied, ISO 400 when HLG is applied, and ISO 200 when Cinelike D2/V2 is applied; a Low Noise circuit provides base sensitivities of ISO 640 for normal use, ISO 4000 when V-Log is applied; ISO 2500 when HLG is applied, and ISO 1250 when Cinelike D2/V2 is applied.

Optimizing your recording for post-production color adjustment, the S5 also features a pair of gamma settings suited to capturing a wide dynamic range. V-Log has been pre-installed on this camera and is used to capture a flat, neutral gamma curve and an equivalent 14+ stops of dynamic range, making it well-suited for grading. Additionally, a High Dynamic Range mode, and Hybrid Log Gamma, can be used to record greater detail in both the shadow and highlight regions of a scene. Additional picture styles are available to provide a more gradable image, such as Cinelike V2 and Cinelike D2, as well as an in-camera LUT to make monitoring easier. Additionally, recording to an optional external recorder is possible, via the HDMI Type D port, and support for an external microphone and headphones are also available via dedicated 3.5mm jacks.
Body Design
  • Used in conjunction with other members of the L-Mount Alliance, the L lens mount is a versatile interface with a mount diameter of 51.6mm and a flange distance of 20mm for working with a broad range of optics.
  • High-resolution 2.36m-dot OLED EVF offers a clear 0.74x magnification along with a smooth 60 fps or 120 fps changeable refresh rate.
  • Rear 3.0" 1.84m-dot LCD is a bright, clear means for live view shooting as well as playback and menu navigation. The screen features a free-angle design to suit working from high, low, and front-facing angles, and its touchscreen design affords intuitive settings control.
  • Durable, weather-sealed construction is splash and dust-resistant to accommodate working in harsh weather conditions and trying environments.
  • Dual SD memory card slots—one UHS-II-compatible slot, one UHS-I-compatible slot—offer improved flexibility for image storage, allowing you to segregate raw and JPEG files to different cards, save duplicate files to both cards, or simply double your storage space with overflow recording.
  • A USB Type-C port allows for fast file transferring as well as high-speed in-camera battery charging. Additionally, an HDMI Type D port benefits video applications, a 2.5mm port can be used with the optional DMW-RS2 Remote Shutter, and 3.5mm microphone and headphone jacks suit advanced audio recording needs.
  • DMW-BLK22 rechargeable lithium-ion battery is rated for approximately 440 shots per charge when working with the rear monitor, 470 shots per charge with the EVF, and 1500 shots per charge when Power Save LVF mode is on.
  • High-precision shutter mechanism offers a top mechanical speed of 1/8000 sec and a flash sync speed of 1/250 sec.
Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization
Helping to achieve the utmost sharpness when photographing handheld, Dual I.S. 2 combines the S5's 5 stop-rated 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization technology with lens-based 2-axis image stabilization to compensate for a broader range of movement types to render sharper, clearer imagery. Dual I.S. 2 requires the use of compatible Lumix lenses featuring O.I.S. This stabilization system is able to compensate for approximately 6.5 stops of camera shake.
DFD Autofocus System
For accelerated autofocus performance, the DFD (Depth-From-Defocus) technology quickly calculates the distance to subjects and adjusts the focusing position in as little as 0.08 seconds, with sensor and lens communication occurring at rates up to 480 fps. This contrast-detection type focus method benefits both still and video recording modes, as well as subject tracking applications, using Advanced AI Technology, where subject type, color, size, and motion vectors are used to intelligently lock-onto the moving subjects and ensure precise focus. When working with portrait subjects, face, eye, head, body, and animal detection capabilities make it easier to prioritize focusing on specific areas of the subject. The focusing sensitivity and speed can be adjusted to further improve performance with certain subjects. It also features 225 AF areas, which provide excellent control over where the camera will focus. Additionally, supporting working in low-light conditions, a Low Light AF feature enables accurate AF performance down to -6 EV.

Benefitting manual focus operation, focus peaking is available that highlights bright edges of contrast with a colored outline for quickly recognizing your focus point, as well as Touch MF Assist for touch-to-focus operation. Other AF features include an AF Point Scope setting that temporarily magnifies the subject by 3x to 10x for confirmation of the focus position and a custom selectable AF zone for Multi AF / Custom Multi AF.
6K and 4K PHOTO
Utilizing the S5's video recording capabilities, a trio of still shooting modes are available for recording continuous 3:2 or 4:3 8MP stills at a 60 or 30 fps shooting rate or 18MP stills at a 30 fps shooting rate:
  • Burst: This mode will allow you to continuously record, making it ideal for instances where you need a fast frame rate in order to capture the best moment.
  • Pre-Burst: This mode is ideal for times when you're unsure of the critical moment to press the shutter button and will record images one second prior to and one second after pressing the shutter button in order to give you 60 frames to choose from.
  • Burst (S/S): This mode most closely follows the video recording process, and allows you to playback your video, pause at the chosen moment, and use the shutter button to mark a chosen frame from the video and save it as a single 8 or 18MP frame.
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Bluetooth Low Energy (4.2) provides constant connection between your smartphone or table and the camera with minimal power consumption. For more robust wireless activities, IEEE 802.11ac and b/g/n support is also available for faster transmission and more fluid remote control and monitoring.

Complementing the camera's wireless connectivity, Lumix Sync is an iOS and Android app designed to pair with the camera for smartphone or tablet-based remote shooting control and wireless image transferring.

Other Camera Features
  • By using sensor-shift stabilization technology, the S5 features a High Resolution mode to capture and compile eight separate exposure to create a single 96MP raw or JPEG file. Suitable for static subjects and when working on a tripod, this mode creates a more highly detailed and color accurate image than a single shot alone can produce and produces an image with a 12000 x 8000-pixel resolution.
  • HLG Photo mode offers increased dynamic range for improved detail in shadow and highlight regions of the image. When working in HLG Photo mode, images can be saved as an HSP file in either 4K or full resolution, in addition to JPEG and raw formats, for vivid playback on 4K televisions.
  • In addition to conventional 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, and 16:9 ratios, photos can also be recorded in 65:24 and 2:1 panoramic formats.
  • Helping to contain bright highlights, Highlight Weighted Metering mode prioritizes highlight values when making an exposure metering in order to prevent scenes from blowing out.
  • Offering more versatility than standard Auto White Balance (AWB), an AWBw setting will retain a reddish warm tint while AWBc offers a cooler, bluish tint.
  • Photo Style modes: Standard, Vivid, Natural, Flat, Landscape, Portrait, Monochrome, L. Monochrome, L. Monochrome D, Cinelike D, Cinelike V, Like709, Standard (HLG), Monochrome (HLG), Like2100, and My Photo Style.
Firmware Version 2.3
Firmware version 2.3 adds raw video data output over HDMI to Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR [5.9K] / [4K] / [Anamorphic (4:3) 3.5K] 12-bit. Raw video data can be output over HDMI to Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR to be recorded as Blackmagic RAW.
UPC: 885170426290

Panasonic S5Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 25.28 Megapixel
Effective: 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000)
Image Sensor
35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
ISO Sensitivity Range
Photo
100 to 51,200 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 204,800)
Video
100 to 51,200
Internal Recording Modes
H.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [150 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [150 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 Mb/s]
H.264/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/25/29.97/50 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 Mb/s]
H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [100 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps [20 to 28 Mb/s]
H.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
3328 x 2496 at 50 fps [200 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50/59.94 fps [200 Mb/s]
H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 50/59.94 fps
Raw 12-Bit via HDMI
5888 x 3312 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
3536 x 2656 at 23.98/25/29.97/50 fps
4128 x 2176 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Remote Input
Wireless
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Display Type
Articulating Touchscreen LCD
Battery Type
1x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Approx. 440 Shots)
Imaging
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 25.28 Megapixel
Effective: 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000)
Image Sensor
35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)
Crop Factor: 1x
Additional Modes: 1.5x
*Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Built-In ND Filter
No
Capture Type
Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter 
Shutter Speed
Mechanical Shutter
1/8000 to 60 Seconds
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/2000 to 60 Seconds
Up to 30 Minutes
Electronic Shutter
1/8000 to 60 Seconds
1/16000 to 1/25 Second in Movie Mode
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb Mode (Up to 30 Minutes)
ISO Sensitivity Range
Photo
100 to 51,200 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 204,800)
Video
100 to 51,200
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Multiple, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Metering Range
0 to 18 EV
White Balance
Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set
Continuous Shooting
Up to 7 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 24 Frames (Raw) / 999 Frames (JPEG)
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
2/10-Second Delay
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio
1:1, 2:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 65:24
Image File Format
JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth
14-Bit
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes
H.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [150 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [150 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 Mb/s]
H.264/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/25/29.97/50 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 Mb/s]
H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [100 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps [20 to 28 Mb/s]
H.265/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
3328 x 2496 at 50 fps [200 Mb/s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50/59.94 fps [200 Mb/s]
H.265/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 50/59.94 fps
Raw 12-Bit via HDMI
5888 x 3312 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
3536 x 2656 at 23.98/25/29.97/50 fps
4128 x 2176 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Gamma Curve
HDR-HLG, Panasonic V-Log
Recording Limit
Up to 30 Minutes
IP Streaming
No
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
AAC Audio
LPCM Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Remote Input
Wireless
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Panasonic LUMIX Sync
Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control, Setup, View Live Feed
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone
Monitor
Display Size
3.0"
Resolution
1,840,000 Dot
Display Type
Articulating Touchscreen LCD
Viewfinder
Type
Built-In Electronic (OLED)
Resolution
2,360,000 Dot
Eye Point
20 mm
Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 0.74x
Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +4
Focus
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points
Contrast Detection: 225
Autofocus Sensitivity
-6 to +20 EV
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
No
Flash Modes
Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction, Off, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Maximum Sync Speed
1/250 Second
Flash Compensation
-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System
TTL
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount
General
Battery Type
1x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Approx. 440 Shots)
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Material of Construction
Magnesium Alloy
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 10 to 80% Humidity
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.22 x 3.82 x 3.22" / 132.6 x 97.1 x 81.9 mm
Weight
1.57 lb / 714 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
1.39 lb / 630 g (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.935 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.2 x 6.1 x 5.6"

Panasonic S5 Reviews

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With M-mount Leica lens will this be a manual ...

With M-mount Leica lens will this be a manual focus camera?
Asked by: Mike
Yes, adapting Leica M-mount lenses to the Panasonic Lumix S5 would limit them to manual focus only.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-08-22

What about micro HDMI?? This is so fragile...

What about micro HDMI?? This is so fragile...
Asked by: mateo
The micro HDMI is an epic fail on Panasonic's part. I've had 2 of them fail on Panasonic GH3 and GH4 cameras, and another one fail on a Tascam recorder. The micro HDMI on the S5 is a total deal breaker for me.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2021-03-22

Do I need anamorphic lenses to record in ...

Do I need anamorphic lenses to record in anamorphic mode or Can I record in anamorphic mode with (for example) de 24-105mm F4?
Asked by: Danny
We do not think there would be a benefit/advantage in working this way. Since if you use the Anamorphic mode it would be best to work with Anamorphic lenses. The other 4k modes in camera would produce a better image with the 24-105mm.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2022-09-21

Can you auto bracket one click your favorite art ...

Can you auto bracket one click your favorite art filters the way you can on Olympus?
Asked by: Tim
Thank you for reaching out. This particular model does not have this function available.
Answered by: Panasonic Team
Date published: 2020-12-30

I'm a film student looking for my first camera. ...

I'm a film student looking for my first camera. Do you think this would be a good starter? I'm between the Lumix s5 or a black magic cinema cam
Asked by: Shannen
The Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera (B&H# PADCS5), like any camera, has several strengths to be considered. The primary standout advantages of this camera are its low light performance due to its large sensor, support for anamorphic video recording, and mirrorless L-mount to which so many lenses with so many mounts may be adapted. While the mounts on Blackmagic cameras vary, many offer what is considered an especially convenient interface, easy integration with Davinci Resolve Studio software (which is included with their purchase in many cases), and their active heat management which allows them to be used for longer periods without overheating. Naturally, there's no one right choice for everyone, so please feel free to add your own criteria and discuss them and any other cameras of interest in a call (800-606-6969), chat, video chat (https://bhpho.to/3OhjwFU), or email ([email protected]) with us at your convenience.
Answered by: Yoni S
Date published: 2022-11-18

Will the Lumix S5 be getting a 150-400 MB/S ...

Will the Lumix S5 be getting a 150-400 MB/S record option like on the GH5?
Asked by: Brandon
As of the date/time of this reply, Panasonic has not announced a firmware update to include All-Intra 400 Mbps codec on the Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mirrorless Digital Camera.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2020-10-21

Does S5 have the monochrome d film simulation?

Does S5 have the monochrome d film simulation?
Asked by: Stanley
Yes, it has L.Monochrome D.
Answered by: Panasonic Team
Date published: 2020-09-29

would this be good for deep sky imageing?

would this be good for deep sky imageing?
Asked by: Tyler
Hi, Tyler! This model was not specifically designed for astrophotography. -M
Answered by: Panasonic Team
Date published: 2021-09-16
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