Panasonic Lumix S5 II

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Apr, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 20 reviews of Panasonic Lumix S5 II. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the size and viewfinder. The portability and performance are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed comments about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Panasonic Lumix S5 II is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Timothy Coleman (techradar.com)

Panasonic Lumix S5 II review: time to switch?

The full package for photo and video creators

Uncropped video is versatile for social ; Super-effective image stabilization for handheld work ; Phase detection AF completes the video package

Slow-motion, wide-angle 4K video hampered by 1.5x crop ; No tally light ; AF subject detection simpler than rivals

It’s hard to pick a fault with the Panasonic Lumix S5 II. It feels solid in the hand, and is a reliable workhorse in use, with intuitive controls and offering plenty of oomph. There’s sharp 6K video, 24MP full-frame stills, incredible image...

May, 2023

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Panasonic Lumix S5 II review: a serious upgrade

Panasonic finally joins the phase-detect autofocus bandwagon, so should the Lumix S5 Mk2 be your mirrorless camera upgrade?

Best-in-class stabilisation ; Unlimited video recording up to 6K/30p ; Consistently quick and accurate AF

Flip out screen blocked by cables ; Sony competition is strong ; No Tally Lights

Panasonic has consistently delivered great cameras that produce beautifully natural tones, top-tier dynamic range, and class-leading image stabilisation. But despite the quality of its full-frame S-series bodies and L-Mount optics, the lack of...

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : Luke Baker (pocket-lint.com)

Panasonic Lumix S5II initial review: The camera we've been waiting for?

We got the chance to take the new camera on a stroll around the picturesque streets of Valencia, and here's what we found out.

Impressive phase hybrid autofocus system ; Excellent image stabilisation ; Improved EVF ; 6K video capture ; 30 fps bursts with 200 frame buffer

No high frame-rate video in 4K ; A bit pricier than its predecessor

We haven't spent long enough with the S5II to deliver a full verdict, but first impressions are very positive. If the camera holds up to more rigorous testing, it might just be Panasonic's best camera so far.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Sam Kieldsen (stuff.tv)

Panasonic Lumix S5 II review: discount do-it-all warrior

A treat for videographers, photographers and everyone in between, the Panasonic Lumix S5 II is a superb all-rounder

Stellar in-body stabilisation ; Excellent all-round image quality ; Big AF improvements ; Good value

No tally lamps ; Cables block view of screen

A superb all-rounder available at an excellent price

Feb, 2023

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Expert review by : John Riley (ephotozine.com)

Panasonic Lumix S5II Camera Review

Take a look at sample photos and read our full review of the Panasonic Lumix S5II mirrorless camera.

Feb, 2023

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II Review

The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II is one of the most feature-rich full-frame video cameras you can buy, but its unreliable continuous autofocus system limits its appeal for stills.

Mar, 2023

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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Panasonic Lumix S5 II Review

Finally! The new Lumix S5 II is the first ever Panasonic camera to have a phase hybrid detection AF system, answering the critics of its contrast-based DFD system. But does this powerful hybrid photo and video camera have what it takes to beat its main...

Mar, 2023

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Panasonic S5 II Review

At CES 2023, Panasonic announced a pair of new full-frame S Series cameras, the S5 Mark II and the S5 Mark IIX. Panasonic has designed the cameras to be true hybrid cameras, delivering high-end still photography and video performance without...

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Expert review by : Ishaan Singh (gadgets.ndtv.com)

Panasonic Lumix S5 II First Impressions

Panasonic Lumix S5 II can record videos up to 6K 30fps.

Mar, 2023

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Panasonic Lumix S5 II review

They did it! Panasonic answers its critics by introducing a camera with a phase hybrid detection AF system. But is that enough to make the Lumix S5 II a creator's dream?

Mar, 2023

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