Panasonic LUMIX S5 II
Panasonic

LUMIX S5 II

$1,999~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: February 23, 2023
Full-Frame
Sensor
24.2MP
Resolution
6K
Max Video
IBIS
9fps
Burst
779
AF Points

Who the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II is for

The Panasonic LUMIX S5 II is a 24.2MP full-frame mirrorless camera, a versatile all-rounder.

  • The first LUMIX with phase-detection autofocus, addressing the brand's biggest historical weakness.
  • A 24MP full-frame sensor with strong in-body stabilization aimed squarely at hybrid shooters.
  • Unlimited 6K/4K 10-bit recording with active cooling for sustained video without overheating.

Best for

  • Video and filmmaking — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and Log.
  • Vlogging and handheld video — flip-out screen and a mic input.
  • Travel and the outdoors — in-body stabilisation plus weather sealing.
  • Low-light and events — a large full-frame sensor and ISO to 51,200.

How the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II compares to other L-Mount Full-Frame cameras

Every figure below is measured against the 8 L-Mount Full-Frame cameras in the catalogue, so you can see where this camera actually sits rather than reading its spec sheet in isolation.

SpecThis cameraWhere it lands
Weight740g (1.63 lb)joint 3rd lightest of 8
Price (MSRP)$1,999joint 2nd cheapest of 8
Resolution24.2MPjoint 4th highest of 8
4K frame rate60pjoint 2nd fastest of 8

What Full-Frame means in practice

A full-frame sensor at 24.2MP gives the shallowest depth of field of the three formats at any given framing and aperture, and the most sensor area to gather light with. That is the physical reason full-frame bodies tend to be the larger and heavier option: the lenses that cover the format have to be bigger too.

Video, stabilisation and weather sealing

4K runs to 60p, giving headroom for smooth motion or a modest slow-motion cut. 10-bit recording internally means colour survives grading rather than banding when pushed. A log profile is available, which trades a flat-looking file for latitude in post.

In-body stabilisation steadies any lens mounted on it, including primes with no stabilisation of their own. The body is weather-sealed.

Full Specifications

Imaging

Sensor TypeBSI CMOS
Sensor SizeFull-Frame
Image ProcessorVenus Engine
Effective Resolution24.2 MP
Lens MountL-Mount

Exposure Control

ISO Range (Native)100 – 51200
ISO Range (Extended)50 – 204800
Mechanical Shutter1/8000
Electronic Shutter1/8000
Flash Sync Speed1/250
Built-in FlashNo

Still Image Capture

Continuous Shooting9 fps

Video Capture

Max Resolution6K
8K Recording
4K RecordingUp to 60p
1080p RecordingUp to 120p
10-bit InternalYes
Recording LimitNo limit
Log ProfilesV-Log / HLG
Built-in MicStereo
Headphone JackYes
Mic InputYes
HDMI OutputFull-size (Type A)

Focus

Phase Detect Points779
Contrast Detect Points
Low Light AF-6 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal AFYes
Vehicle AFYes

Viewfinder

EVF TypeOLED
EVF Resolution3.68M dots
EVF Magnification0.78x

Monitor

LCD Size3"
LCD Resolution1.84M dots
LCD TypeVari-Angle
Touch ScreenYes

Interface

Wi-FiWi-Fi 5
Bluetoothv5.2
USBUSB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Slots2x SD UHS-II
GPSNo

General

Price (MSRP)$1,999
Body MaterialMagnesium Alloy
Dimensions134.3×102.3×90.1 mm
Weight740g (1.63 lb)
Weather SealedYes
In-Body StabilizationYes
Battery Life (EVF)370 shots
Battery Life (LCD)440 shots
Battery TypeDMW-BLK22

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