Panasonic LUMIX S5 Full Frame Mirrorless Camera (DC-S5BODY) and LUMIX S 24-105mm F4 Lens (S-R24105)

I got this camera to take not-as-well-lit pictures of my kid, coming from a crop canon. I paired it with a 28-70 2.8 from sigma and it's nothing short of magic. I get useable shots with iso 6400, and the AF is quick and decent (tho lacks the phase detection system introduced on the S5 II). Log video recording is something I can't do without at this point, and I'm not even that into video. Sure, the R6 mk2 or a7 IV also tick all those boxes, but they cost _significantly_ more than this one, especially with it on sale. I was actually planning on an R6 with a pancake prime, but I got the s5 + a decent/fast zoom for the same total price. Can't recommend it enough. Go check what Jordan Drake has to say on petapixel/dpreview, he actually used it as main camera for a quite a while.

Since the Lumix S5 is a mirrorless camera, I was expecting it to be light. Most reviews talked about the portability of it, how small it was, etc. On receiving the camera (which took 5 days even though I bought it from Amazon and it was supposedly "in stock"), I realized it is heavier than my Nikon DSLR! But I took it around to check for picture quality, and that also was not as expected. The autofocus seemed off, but in any case it was way too heavy for an old person so I attempted to return it. Amazon claims it is unable to be returned, but on the description of the camera on Amazon's website, it states you must make your return in 30 days. I attempted to return it in about 7 days. I was told to go to Panasonic's site and return directly to them, but when I click on that link, I end up back at Amazon. I will never ever buy another camera from Amazon. Be aware that for some reason, this particular camera cannot be returned.

This is a fantastic Video and Photo camera with one huge caveat. The autofocus.If you have kids or objects that move in and out of frame the autofocus on this camera does not work well at all. I had a bunch of pictures not turn out due to the focus missing on the object that I wanted it to focus on. I had some luck using my finger and tapping on the screen so the focus would work on the object I tapped on.The pictures that do turn out are incredible. The video is crisp and clean and smooth. I loved this camera, but the problems with the focus and the cost of the camera made it not for me. If you know what you are getting into and your use case for this camera fits, its awesome. For those with kids or like to shoot sports, probably should look at others with better auto focus.

If you want to have a camera for vlogs stay away from this camera. Perhaps stick to ones that go on phones as those have a lot better autofocus and whatever auto-wizardy one needs as long as you got the ideal lighting conditions.If video quality is what you’re after but you’re not really some filming crew I think this camera is amazing. First time I saw its full frame output I was blown away by the details. My G85’s MFT sensor just can’t beat the S5’s because of physics I guess.The S5 has better autofocus performance compared to the G85 but it still won’t beat an iPhone. The big brother kinda loses a bit on IBIS but not that much. The S5 also seems to be able last longer on a single charge of its battery, like 2-3 times longer than my G85.I suppose that if autofocus is important to you go get the S5II as that comes with Phase Detection AF. But if video quality is what you’re after and won’t mind manual focusing sometimes then this camera is amazing. Anyway if you’re a serious filmmaker autofocus shouldn’t be a factor. It’s got V-Log, 4K video up to 60FPS (in cropped mode though) and amazing full frame output.

I'll admit it, at first I had MASSIVE buyers remorse about this camera. Pixel shift is essentially useless on moving objects and also more or less impossible without a tripod. But after two weeks, this is my favorite thing in the world. I enjoy photography, especially of architecture and subjectless scenes, and have become absolutely spoiled on the 93 megapixel power shot mode now that I've learned to use it. The image size and color clarity is absolutely insane.

Full-frame, 4K 10-bit at 60fps with log? For $1500? Yes please. The color on this camera is amazing. I've owned Canons for 20 years and color correction was always a pain to get right. With the S5, I do very little to correct exposure and color... it just seems to be correct right out of the camera.My only real complaint about the camera is the menu is a bit complicated with a LOT of options, some of them not being where you would expect.

Camera has a great 4k video quality. Great low light paired with a fast lens like a f1.8Auto focus is not the best, but we all know. I'm overall happy with the purchase.The standard picture profile is the best. lot of settings for video, build quality felt great in the hands. No complaints at allPurchased the camera 3 weeks ago and decided to return today 1/6/23 simply because the S5ii is being released by the end of the month. Otherwise I would have kept the camera.

I am shocked at how well this camera performs. I do stills work, and it hasn't ever let me down. Initially I was hesitant to order, due to negative reviews of the autofocus system... However, I haven't had a single problem with focus! I would recommend this model to anyone.

This is one of the reason you won’t find many reviews online about this camera.The camera I got was very defective battery, problem, dropping frames, and the worse part it’s that I try it to return it to the seller(camera canada) and they won’t take it back.Don’t recommend the camera or buying from camera Canadá.

La uso para video, debo decir que lumix mejoró bastante en enfoque continuo en video no es su fuerte pero va bien ojala siga mejorando, tiene tremendo iso en algunas ocasiones 8000 mil - 10000 mil de ISO con muy poco ruido, el menú me parece increíble, los colores, su autonomia en bateria es bastante buena, además que se puede cargar con un power bank, mi cámara favorita sin duda del 2022

Initial review was rejected and resubmitted with revised review

This is my first ever camera I've ever purchased and so far this camera has been an amazing experience from the first week of owning it!