- Very large
- Very detailed viewfinder
- films in 4K60p
- films more than 30 min
- Somewhat pixelated viewfinder
- Autofocus not always accurate in series
Panasonic Lumix S5
20 - 60 mm, 24.20 Mpx, Full framefree shipping
Product details
The highest image quality, cinema-quality video, optimized autofocus, reliability and robustness, as well as compactness make this camera the ideal companion for photographers and videographers who do not want to compromise.
It is equipped with a 24 MP sensor, a 5-axis in-body stabilizer, a 96 MP HighRes shot, a high-resolution viewfinder, a tiltable LCD, fast and precise autofocus (DFD-AF with 0.08 s, Eye-AF), professional video (4K 60p, HDR, high-speed, V-Log), and a robust body (dust and splash resistant, magnesium). The L-Mount bayonet and the alliance with Leica and Sigma ensure future-proofing and rapid lens expansion.
Continuous shooting mode | 7 FPS |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Aperture | f/22-3.5 |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Memory card type | SD |
Item number | 13689249 |
Manufacturer | Panasonic |
Category | Cameras |
Manufacturer no. | DC-S5KE-K |
Release date | 2.9.2020 |
May include power adapter | No |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Scope of application | Professional use |
Country code | CH, EU |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe |
White balance | ATW, Automatic, Daylight |
Exposure type | Auto, Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 5EV in 1/3 steps |
Bayonet lens mount | Leica L |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 10 s, 2 s |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash Off, Forced, Manual |
Image sensor resolution | 24.20 Mpx |
Image resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Image sensor size | 35.9 x 24 mm |
Supported page ratios | 1:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 50 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 204800 |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/3.5 |
Aperture | f/22-3.5 |
Focal length | 20 - 60 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 20 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 60 mm |
Optical zoom | 3 x |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/3.5 |
Aperture | f/3.5 |
Focal length | 20 - 60 mm |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Resolution | 1800000 Pixels |
Display functions | Tilt and swivel, Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 2400000 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Minimum focus distance | 15 cm |
Autofocus type | Hybrid |
Autofocus areas | 225 x |
Shutter speed | 60 - 1/8000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 60 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/16000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 7 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. refresh rate | 60 fps |
Max. frame rate | 4k (60fps) |
Memory card type | SD |
Number of storage compartments | 2 |
Image file formats | JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | mov, mp4 |
Durability | Dustproof, Splashproof |
Waterproof | Splash-proof |
Connections | HDMI, Microphone, USB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Panasonic fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 20-60 mm kit lens, Battery charger, Belt, Body cap, Eye cup, Hot shoe cover, Rechargeable battery, USB cable |
Width | 133 mm |
Length | 97 mm |
Height | 82 mm |
Weight | 1062 g |
Length | 29 cm |
Width | 14.50 cm |
Height | 15.50 cm |
Weight | 2.04 kg |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 3.Canon1.2 %
- 3.Sony1.2 %
- 5.Panasonic1.4 %
- 6.Fujifilm1.6 %
- 6.RICOH1.6 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 4.Kodak3 days
- 5.Nikon5 days
- 6.Panasonic8 days
- 7.RICOH9 days
- 7.Sony9 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 5.Olympus3.8 %
- 6.Canon4.4 %
- 7.Panasonic4.8 %
- 8.Pentax5.8 %
- 8.Sony5.8 %
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Overall ratingVery good93/100
Very good90/100
In terms of price, the Lumix S5 is very close to the S1, which is an interesting alternative, not least thanks to firmware updates. The mirrorless VF camera from Panasonic offers strong advantages for mobile film enthusiasts who pay attention to weight. Its strengths lie in its autofocus and image stabiliser...
Very good84/100
- Top image quality
- long video recording
- films in 4K/60p
- Autofocus not always accurate in series
The Lumix S5 convinces with high image quality, many video functions including 4K at 60 frames per second and a responsive autofocus. Only the focus tracking in photo series is not quite as fast on the Lumix S5.
This test report belongs to a different type: Lumix S5 (24.20 Mpx, Full frame)
Very good100/100
- Very good picture quality
- Integrated 5-axis image stabilisation
- Precise autofocus system
- Rotatable and tiltable touchmonitor
- Intuitive menu navigation
- Although dual memory card input, ...
Very good95/100
- Excellent detail reproduction
- Excellent image quality and detail reproduction up to ISO 3,200
- Good to very good image quality at 6,400
- ISO 25,600 can be used with some restrictions depending on the situation
- Extremely high-quality and robust magnesium housing with ergonomically shaped handle
- The camera is protected against dust and splash water and is cold-resistant down to -10°C
Very good100/100
- Very good picture quality
- Integrated 5-axis image stabilisation
- Precise autofocus system
- Rotatable and tiltable touchmonitor
- Although dual memory card input...
- ... but only single UHS-II compatible