I have been using this for at least two years. The stand out features of this is the video quality, and IBIS. I primarily use this for video in 10 bit.
The good
I do not have overheating issues when shooting in 10 bit mode, though in 90F heat I do feel it get noticeably warm after an hour. I have not had it shut down on me.
The battery is typically safe for 1:30 of 10 bit footage (1:45 or 1:50 total possibly) when using the LCD. Using 3rd party batteries there is at least 15% less run time on average.
When comparing against the Sony A7, there is the light weight construction (sony is no different) control ergonomics (something sony lacks) and control options (way better than sony).
The video quality is better than my D850. I have at least four video profiles set up on my camera depending on the situation, but you can have more under C3 by going through the menu. I have shot it in (almost) complete darkness and was able to get usable footage after some light cleaning (flat profile).
For sound, the auto limit works and keeps things from clipping.
The 20-60mm lens is pretty good as a kit video lens for most things. It has a sharpness falloff after 35mm or so, but most of my use is at 20mm.
The LCD screen can be customized to your liking with multiple options. There are several profiles to choose from, and you can additionally tweak most of them. I use Cine-D for outside, Natural for indoors, Flat for low light and the last one is the 8 bit mode in 709 for long shooting. Lots of control here.
No issues with Auto-focus when shooting pictures. Having the options to choose either e-shutter or mechanical is an advantage when you want to shoot silently.
Fun with manual focus lenses with focus peaking enabled along with IBIS.
The not so great
Battery life indicator does not have % indication. This makes it difficult to tell if you have 5 more minites of video life left or 30 seconds, when running thr battery down. Though normally getting the battery that low to begin with is bad practice.
The supplied charger is no good. It takes too long, costs too much and takes up more space than needed. I use the XTAR 4 bay charger to charge multiple batteries.
So the auto focus can hunt some times, which typically happens when there is low light (when you're at iso 12800). This can happen with rapid subject changes too. This isn't news. It's typically not an issue most of the time in normal light with subject tracking enabled.
The built in sound pre-amps are good enough, but external recorders will be cleaner. I never use the built-in microphones.
When taking pictures, the D850 is clearly better. The Nikon has a better grip, even if bigger and heavier, for my hands. The grip on the S5 hurts my hand after extensive shooting. Buffer depth is not high enough on the S5 for my liking, though it's fine once you put a V90 card in. My biggest annoyance is that the Nikon gives me all of the options that I need to tune the Jpeg output where it's perfect out of the camera, but this isn't the case with the Panasonic. What the Panasonic is missing is a separate brightness option, that allows me to pull down shadows in a specific way while boosting highlights without clipping everything. In Raw, I more or less can get there - obviously slightly different due to being different brands.
Exposure drift on static objects. When using auto-iso in video on a static scene the camera will sometimes start to overexpose by two stops for some reason. Switching to manual iso drops you all the way to the base, which ruins the footage. Dialing in exposure compensation while this starts to happen is an experience of chasing your own tail. This is with the latest firmware.
The USB-C port on my camera does not work off external power when recording. I verified this with a USB power meter. I use a dummy battery with a USB-C connector in to a battery. This runs without issue except when the battery gets depleted, which causes an abrupt end to the video corrupting it - Panasonic provides a software tool to rescue your footage and it does work.
Battery grip tax. Some brands charge obscene amounts of money for battery grips, which is mainly plastic and some wires, and Panasonic is no different.
Other
The electronic image stabilization can introduce artifacts in to your footage, but this is expected behavior. While the IBIS does work, it's not magic and shaky footage will still be ruined.
I like controls to be lockable against accidental changes, this is a feature of typically expensive DSLRs for pro's. One thing that can happen is that the switches might move. The focus switch might get changed, or your burst mode selector type (leftmost dial) might switch to a different burst mode without realizing it. This is typically a risk when you have the camera hanging off while you walk around - from repeated brushing up against clothes.
Versus the S5 II and X
Looking at the specifications, the main stand out feature for me is the ability to record 10 bit without a time limit. I have lost some moments because I was not paying enough attention, granted that is ultimately my fault.
The second attractive feature is the larger buffer for taking images. With this I would not need to keep V90 cards just for pictures and keep the large capacity V30 cards for video in the camera.
The better auto focus comes with a cost, mainly reduced ability to pull up shadows due to banding. This S5 does not have banding. But I suspect for most this will be the main desired feature.
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| display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | OLED |
| display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | — |
| lens type | Zoom | Zoom | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Telephoto |
| shooting modes | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | — | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| connectivity tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | wired, wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI, USB | wired, wireless |
| video resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | 2160p | 4320p | 4320p | 4320p | 2160p |
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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.
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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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| 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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| 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) |
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WOW Panasonic S5 unleashed the creative in me, excellent tool for my work
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.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
The only other mirrorless system that has extensive third-party lenses is Sony and I considered the A7III. The Lumix won out because of its better menu system, jpeg colors, build quality, ergonomics, IBIS, and hi-res shot mode.
I'm primarily a stills photographer and I've found the autofocus to be fantastic. It's great at grabbing onto eyes and faces. When subjects turn, it's still able to track their head movements. I've experimented with old manual focus Canon FD lenses and it has a great interface for focusing accurately with those as well.
I highly recommend this camera. It makes photography fun and a broad lens selection affordable.
Style: w/ S5 Lens KitSet: BaseVerified Purchase
Incredibly powerful camera, inexpensive lens selection
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
If you want a mirrorless camera, I think the lens selection makes this the one to buy. I know the complaint with l-mount cameras has been that the lenses aren't there. In 2021, that's no longer a factor. On top of that, the fact that this has first party support from Sigma means that there are fantastic, fully supported lenses for this camera at half the price of what you get from Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fuji.Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
The only other mirrorless system that has extensive third-party lenses is Sony and I considered the A7III. The Lumix won out because of its better menu system, jpeg colors, build quality, ergonomics, IBIS, and hi-res shot mode.
I'm primarily a stills photographer and I've found the autofocus to be fantastic. It's great at grabbing onto eyes and faces. When subjects turn, it's still able to track their head movements. I've experimented with old manual focus Canon FD lenses and it has a great interface for focusing accurately with those as well.
I highly recommend this camera. It makes photography fun and a broad lens selection affordable.
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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 KitSet: 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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Xorsh
24 Mp, muchos controles físicos, pero aprendizaje dificil para poder explotarla al máximo.
Reviewed in Mexico on December 21, 2023Style: Body onlySet: BaseVerified Purchase
Xorsh
Reviewed in Mexico on December 21, 2023
No le doy 5 estrellas por que el manual es incomprensible; hay ajustes que no se explican y se necesita guía para poder hacerlos. Tuve que preguntar en foros de usuarios en Internet.
El peor manual de cámara que he tenido. Todavía hay dos ajustes que no entiendo.
Por lo demás la cámara es buena, enfoca rápido y tiene buen sensor. No me gusta su ergonomía y distribución de los controles.
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Edición a casi cuatro meses de tener la cámara.
Por fin me he acostumbrado al paradigma de ergonomía y diseño; me costó muchas horas de estudio de la cámara pero debo decir que los controles están muy bien posicionados y permiten hacer ajustes "al vuelo" sin necesidad de quitar el ojo del visor.
Tiene muchas características difíciles de encontrar pero, si es uno persistente, a fin de cuentas se encuentran esos pequeños tesoros escondidos. Uno que cuando lo pude manejar sin tener que mirar los menús es la posibilidad de hacer una serie de tomas con un compás de exposición que lleva solo un segundo y puede uno ajustarlo con facilidad desde 3 hasta 7 exposiciones y con separación a 1/3, 2/3 o 1 "stop" sin despegar el ojo del visor. Una gema!
Entre los "huevos de pascua" escondidos hay otro que es un indicador de estabilidad que nos permite saber como anda nuestro pulso y si los estabilizadores de la cámara y el lente lo pueden corregir. Como esto hay docenas de "monerías" con las que puede uno configurar una cámara que nos quede como un guante.
Tengo que corregir mi calificación a 4.5 (que no me permite el sistema) quedándome unicamente e4l resabio de que el auto-enfoque podría ser mucho mejor, ya que tiende a titubear pero aún me queda mucho por explorar en el sentido de los ajustes para encontrar personas o mascotas.
Corolario: una ganga y una gran cámara para casi cualquier aplicación. Puede ser grande en el estudio haciendo retratos o fotografía de producto, ya que EMHO 24mp es más que suficiente para necesidades profesionales; al mismo tiempo puede ser una gran tomadora de fotos cándidas en la calle (aunque su tamaño puede intimidar a los sujetos) y también una herramienta perfecta para paisajes o foto urbana. Para lo único que no la recomiendo es para viajar, es enorme y pesada; para eso hay una pléyade de cámaras en formatos de sensor pequeños pero capaces como es el Micro 4/3 o el APS-C o iclusive una Leica full frame que mide y pesa una fracción de esta.
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Amazon Customer
I love this camera
Reviewed in Canada on May 14, 2021Style: w/ S5 Lens KitSet: BaseVerified Purchase
Angel
Cámara versátil
Reviewed in Mexico on November 11, 2023Style: Body onlySet: BaseVerified Purchase
Injuh
Great photography camera and great B-Cam
Reviewed in Canada on October 21, 2023Style: Body onlySet: BaseVerified Purchase
Cliente de Amazon
Es una cámara increíble
Reviewed in Mexico on September 6, 2022Style: Body onlySet: BaseVerified Purchase
