Panasonic Lumix S5

24.20 Mpx, Full frame
43Ratings
BrandMore from Panasonic
Test reportsVery good based on 12 tests
Currently out of stock
Show all

Product details

Highest image quality, cinema-quality video, optimized autofocus, reliability and robustness and last but not least the compactness made them the ideal companion for photographers and videographers who do not want to compromise.
It is equipped with a 24 MP sensor, 5-axis body stabilizer, 96 MP HighRes-Shot, high-resolution viewfinder, tilt LCD, fast & precise autofocus (DFD-AF with 0.08 s, eye AF), professional video (4K 60p, HDR, Highspeed, V-Log) and robust housing (dust/splash protection, magnesium). The L-Mount bayonet and the alliance with Leica and Sigma guarantee future-proofing and fast lens removal.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
7 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
Full frame
Memory card type
SD
Item number
13688938

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
DC-S5E-K
Release date
2.9.2020

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scene mode
Self-portrait

Camera properties

Country code
CH, 
EU
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
ATW, 
Automatic, 
Flash
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 on, 
Manual

Sensor properties

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 23.9 mm
Supported page ratios
1:1, 
16:9, 
3:2, 
4:3
Min. ISO sensitivity
50
Max. ISO Sensitivity
204800

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
1800000 Pixels
Display functions
Tilt and swivel, 
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
2400000 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Autofocus areas
225 x

Performance

Shutter speed
60 - 1/8000 s
Min. shutter speed
60 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/16000 s
Continuous shooting mode
7 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Max. refresh rate
60 fps
Max. frame rate
4k (60fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG, 
RAW
Video file formats
mov, 
mp4

Durability

Durability
Dustproof, 
Splashproof
Waterproof
Splash-proof

Connections

Connections
HDMI, 
Microphone, 
USB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, 
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Battery charger, 
Belt, 
Body cap, 
Eye cup, 
Hot shoe cover, 
Rechargeable battery, 
USB cable

Product dimensions

Width
133 mm
Length
97 mm
Height
82 mm
Weight
712 g

Legal Notice

Product Safety

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.OM System
    1,9 %
  • 8.AGFAPHOTO
    2,2 %
  • 9.Panasonic
    2,3 %
  • 10.Goxtreme
    2,6 %
  • 10.Kodak
    2,6 %

Statutory 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: Galaxus
  • 4.Sony
    9 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.Panasonic
    12 days
  • 7.Olympus
    13 days
  • 7.OM System
    13 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 9.Nikon
    5,5 %
  • 10.Easypix
    6 %
  • 10.Panasonic
    6 %
  • 12.RICOH
    6,6 %
  • 13.AGFAPHOTO
    7,3 %
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good93/100
Very good84/100
Computer Bild Logo
Rank 4 out of 8Computer BildVOLLFORMATKAMERAS IM VERGLEICHReleaseApril 2024
  • PositiveVery large
  • PositiveVery detailed viewfinder
  • Positivefilms in 4K60p
  • Positivefilms more than 30 min
  • NegativeSomewhat pixelated viewfinder
  • NegativeAutofocus not always accurate in series
Very good90/100
Foto Magazin Logo
Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseDecember 2023

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
Computer Bild Logo
Computer BildSingle testReleaseAugust 2022
  • PositiveTop image quality
  • Positivelong video recording
  • Positivefilms in 4K/60p
  • NegativeAutofocus 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.

Very good100/100
DigitalPhoto Logo
Rank 1 out of 5DigitalPhotoKompaktes Format - Fünf Vollformat-CSCs im VergleichReleaseJanuary 2022
  • PositiveVery good picture quality
  • PositiveIntegrated 5-axis image stabilisation
  • PositivePrecise autofocus system
  • PositiveRotatable and tiltable touchmonitor
  • PositiveIntuitive menu navigation
  • PositiveAlthough dual memory card input, ...
    Very good95/100
    dkamera.de Logo
    dkamera.deSingle testReleaseMarch 2021
    • PositiveExcellent detail reproduction
    • PositiveExcellent image quality and detail reproduction up to ISO 3,200
    • PositiveGood to very good image quality at 6,400
    • PositiveISO 25,600 can be used with some restrictions depending on the situation
    • PositiveExtremely high-quality and robust magnesium housing with ergonomically shaped handle
    • PositiveThe camera is protected against dust and splash water and is cold-resistant down to -10°C
      Very good100/100
      DigitalPhoto Logo
      DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseJanuary 2021
      • PositiveVery good picture quality
      • PositiveIntegrated 5-axis image stabilisation
      • PositivePrecise autofocus system
      • PositiveRotatable and tiltable touchmonitor
      • PositiveAlthough dual memory card input...
      • Negative... but only single UHS-II compatible