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Panasonic S5 II

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Spec sheet

SENSORMegapixels and sensor size. Full-frame gathers more light than APS-C or Micro Four Thirds, for cleaner low-light shots and more background blur.24.2MPFull-frame
BURSTFrames per second while autofocus keeps tracking. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.30 fpsFastest with autofocus
VIDEOThe highest video resolution it records internally.6KMax internal
IBISIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.6.5 stopsIn-body
BATTERYShots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.370CIPA shots, rear screen
WEIGHTBody with battery and card, without a lens.740 gWith battery and card
MOUNTWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.LL-Mount Alliance

Photo

SensorResolution, size and build. Stacked sensors read out fastest, which helps fast action and cuts rolling-shutter wobble.24.2MP · Full-frame
Native ISOThe standard sensitivity range. Higher ISO lets you shoot in dimmer light, at the cost of more noise.100–51,200
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.1/8000 mech · 1/8000 elec
Flash syncThe fastest shutter speed you can use with a regular flash. Higher is better for flash outdoors in bright light.1/250 s
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).People, animals, vehicles, trains, aircraft · down to −6 EV

Video

Max resolutionThe highest resolution and frame rate it records internally. More than 4K gives room to crop or stabilise in editing.6K 30p
Best 4K frame rateThe fastest 4K frame rate. 60p and above lets you slow footage down smoothly, and 120p gives 5× slow motion.4K 60p
Crop at 4K 60pWhether 4K 60p uses the full sensor width. A crop makes your lens act longer, so wide shots get harder.1.5x crop
Colour depth10-bit records far more colour detail than 8-bit, so footage holds up when you grade it. Worth it if you edit video.10-bit 4:2:2
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.V-Log
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.ProRes RAW / Blackmagic RAW over HDMI (paid DMW-SFU2 upgrade)
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.Yes
Audio jacksA mic input for better sound, and a headphone jack to check what you are recording.Mic + headphone
HDMIFor an external monitor or recorder. Full-size HDMI is sturdier than micro HDMI.Full-size
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.Yes

Body & handling

ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.3.68M-dot, 0.78×
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.Fully articulating
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.2x SD UHS-II
Weather sealingSeals against dust and light rain. Pair it with a sealed lens.Yes
USB-C powerCan run from a USB-C power bank while shooting, not just charge the battery.Yes
BatteryThe battery model, for buying spares.DMW-BLK22

From the retailer

AMAZON · AS OF OCT 23, 4:15 PM ET
  • Fast, Accurate Phase Hybrid Autofocus: Advanced subject detection and metering technologies capture the target subject in focus even in adverse lighting conditions; once locked on the subject, it keeps tracking even with multiple moving objects
  • Powerful Image Stabilization: With the S5II and S5IIX LUMIX developed Active I.S., which supports walking shots, to further enhance image stabilization in video recording
  • Expressive Video Functionality: 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut capture delivers a high dynamic range and broad colors, plus a REAL TIME LUT function is provided to enable in-camera photo and video color grading, with LUT6K 30p Open Gate unlimited recording
  • Unlimited Video Recording: Heat dispersion mechanism combines a small fan and high-efficiency heat sink to achieve unlimited video recording while keeping the camera size compact
  • Unlimited Video Recording: Heat dispersion mechanism combines a small fan and high-efficiency heat sink to achieve unlimited video recording while keeping the camera size compact
ModelDC-S5M2BODY9
Part numberDC-S5M2BODY9
ColorBlack-9
Release date2025-10-14

Build around it

EVERY OPTION IS CHECKED AGAINST THE S5 II
LENS✓ COMPATIBLE
POWER✓ COMPATIBLE
STORAGE✓ COMPATIBLE
AUDIO✓ COMPATIBLE
BAG✓ COMPATIBLE

How the S5 II connects

WORKS WITH
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art$1,219
Made for L-Mount Alliance
Godox V1-O flash$199
Made for L-Mount Alliance
DMW-BLK22 battery$80
Made for L-Mount Alliance
COMPETES WITH
Canon EOS R6 II$1,999
$500 less, video-first
Nikon Z6 III$1,997
$500 cheaper and great for video; the Z6 III tracks action far better
Nikon Zf$1,997
The Zf is retro and handles well. The S5 II is the better video tool.
STEPS UP / DOWN
Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX$1,798
Same mount, next tier up
Step down: Panasonic Lumix S9$1,498
Same mount, saves money
ADAPTS FROM
Canon EF via Sigma MC-21
Adapted lenses keep autofocus