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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.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- Key Upgrades to a Compact Hybrid Powerhouse: Phase Hybrid Autofocus, Improved I.S., and Unlimited Video, with 24.2-MP 35mm full-frame CMOS Sensor for high resolution, natural description, and approximately 2x higher-speed signal processing
- 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
PROS
+ Excellent 24MP photos
+ Records up to 6K30 video with 10-bit color
+ 5-axis sensor stabilization
+ Magnesium chassis with dust and splash protection
+ Robust, customizable controls
+ Active cooling for long-form recording
CONS
- Struggles with continuous autofocus
- Underwhelming battery life
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By PCMag on March 01, 2023
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.
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