The Panasonic Lumix DMC-S5 is a budget camera that has Optical Image Stabilisation and auto panorama stitching, two features you don't often see on cameras in this price range. It is easy to use and image quality is good.

Introduction; Build quality and design; Sample images; Displays; Battery; Stabilization; Drive speed and buffer; Autofocus; Video specs; Video autofocus; Video overheating; Slow motion; Audio; Compared to the S1H; Upcoming firmware; Video conclusion; Image quality; Who's it for?;

Introduction; Build quality and design; Sample images; Displays; Battery; Stabilization; Drive speed and buffer; Autofocus; Video specs; Video autofocus; Video overheating; Slow motion; Audio; Compared to the S1H; Upcoming firmware; Video conclusion; Image quality; Who's it for?;

The Lumix S5 is a very appealing mid-range full-frame mirrorless camera that finally gives the Lumix S system and L-mount in general the attention they deserve. A competitive body price of 1800 pounds or 2000 dollars gets you a 24 Megapixel full-frame sensor with very clean results and an optional...

Panasonic has clearly learned its lessons from the criticisms made of its original full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Panasonic S5 blends a full-frame sensor with a small, but ergonomic, body. The result is a camera that should appeal to a wide variety of creators – with a good range of video specs, it's a fantastic hybrid that comes highly recommended.

Small size and weight; Good range of controls; Excellent video specifications;

No full-sized HDMI port; Large lenses affect compact size; Lacks best-in-class autofocus

The Panasonic S5’s specification, size and price are all very enticing. It offers what many were hoping for from the S1 and S1H, a full-frame version of the GH5. Panasonic’s back-to-the-drawing-board work on the autofocus system also delivers, but don’t expect it to match the speed and accuracy of...

Smaller than the MFT Lumix GH5, Viewfinder and vari-angle touchscreen, V-log pre-installed

Contrast-detection AF doesn't match the phase-detection competition, On-screen icons are quite small

Panasonic Lumix S5 has the perfect balance between features and ease of use, and is one of the best buys in the full format class.

Superb detail sharpness with good color reproduction, sharp 4K video and complete ergonomics. Favorably priced full format.

Not among the fastest, following focus still a bit behind the best.

Panasonic went big with its first-generation Lumix DC-S1 full-frame mirrorless camera, both in size (it's as hefty as some SLRs) and price, positioning it around $2,500, toward the high-end of the range for a 24MP model. It's targeting a more entry-level market with the Lumix DC-S5 ($1,999.99, body only), but instead of cutting back on features, the S5 is a bit more capable, offering improved video features and better autofocus. It's a great entry point for full-frame imaging, and a winner of our Editors' Choice award.Solid Build, L-Mount Compatibility The Lumix S5 follows the standard design paradigm followed by most full-frame mirrorless cameras. It's finished in basic black, and at 3.8 by 5.2 by 3.2 inches (HWD), is a bit slimmer all around than the S1 and S1R (4.3 by 5.9 by 3.8 inches). It's also notably lighter, at about 1.6 pounds without a lens, versus 2.2 pounds for Panasonic's bigger full-frame offerings. We criticized the S1 and S1R for being on the large side, but the...

The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is a slimmer, more affordable full-frame camera, with loads of appeal for photographers shopping for an entry-level or midrange model.

Excellent 24MP full-frame sensor; 5-axis IBIS; Improved DFD focus system; 10-bit 4K60 video; 5.9K ProRes Raw with Ninja V; Dust and splash protection; Superb ergonomics; Dual SDXC card slots

L-mount lens library still growing; Tracking focus limited to 6fps

The DC-S5 is ideal for hybrid photo/video shooters who need high performance for both stills and video recording.

The Panasonic S5 is an excellent option for studio video. Videos are sharply rendered and low in graininess even when shooting in dimly-lit environments. It also features a wide variety of inputs and outputs for various videography accessories, like external recorders, headphones, or auxiliary mics.

Great video quality., Effective and reliable autofocus system., Wide selection of inputs and outputs.

Lack of very high-speed frame rate recording options.

The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is an full-frame mirrorless camera that's great at both still and video shooting. Its well-built, fairly portable and feature-packed. Image quality is in-line with its peers, though autofocus is a little bit behind. The S5's video features are the best in its class and video quality is impressive, as well.

Amateur videographers who also want a capable stills camera;

Stills shooters who need to capture fast action or want a better through-the-viewfinder experience;