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Panasonic Lumix S5 Mark II and S1 Mark II Announcements Scheduled for 2023

Panasonic S5 Mark II and S1 Mark II are coming ! According to latest rumors, Panasonic S5 Mark II will be announced at CP+ event  in February 2023 while the S1 Mark II announcement scheduled for Q3 2023.

There are rumors that Panasonic would launch a new Lumix S5 Mark II mirrorless camera for L-mount in February 2023, at the CP+ show in Japan.

This Panasonic Lumix S5 Mark II model will replace the current LUMIX S5, which was officially announced in September 2020.

There is no information about the specs of the Panasonic S5 Mark II, but it seems that attention will be focused on whether it will adopt the image plane phase difference AF that has been mentioned in recent Panasonic interviews. Panasonic S5 Mark II will be more expensive than the current Panasonic S5.

Will the “LUMIX S5 Mark II” be announced for this “CP+2023”? If this rumor is correct, the second generation S series will be introduced from “S5“.

By the way, CP+ 2023 is scheduled to be held at Pacifico Yokohama from February 23rd to 26th as a hybrid event of on-site and online events.

$300 off on Panasonic S5 body: $1,697.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

$300 off on Panasonic S5 with 20-60mm Lens: $1,997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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Panasonic Lumix S5 Sensor Review : Scored 94 Points at DxOMark

DxOMark published their tests and review of 24.2MP sensor inside the Panasonic Lumix S5 camera ($1,697).

According to sensor review, the Panasonic Lumix S5 gets an outstanding overall DxOmark score of 94 points, with a combination of 25.1 bits color depth, 14.5 EV dynamic range, and 2697 ISO low-light score.

Here are the details about the Panasonic sensor review: Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S5 Sensor Review : Scored 94 Points at DxOMark”

Panasonic Firmware Updates for Lumix S1, S1H, S1R, S5 and BGH1

Panasonic has announced major firmware updates for its LUMIX S Series full-frame mirrorless cameras DC-S1H (Ver.2.4), DC-S1 (Ver.2.0), DC-S1R (Ver.1.8), DC-S5 (Ver.2.2) and its Micro Four Thirds box-style mirrorless camera DC-BGH1 (Ver.2.0) to further enhance functions, performance and usability.

The firmware will be available to download from the LUMIX Global Customer Support Site according to the following time schedule: Continue reading “Panasonic Firmware Updates for Lumix S1, S1H, S1R, S5 and BGH1”

The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview

Here are the Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020. Chris and Jordan at DPReview TV has named the best and the worst camera and lens of the year 2020. Sony a7S III is te best camera while the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM is the best lens.  Check it out! Continue reading “The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview”

Sony A7c vs Sony A7 III vs Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic S5

Here is a quick comparison of the Sony A7c vs Sony A7 III vs Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic S5 full frame mirrorless cameras.

When you look at the Alpha 7C body it looks a lot like the popular Sony A6000-series of APS-C sensor cameras, and from the inside it seems to share all the core specifications of the A7III full-frame model.

With the street price of the 3-year old Sony A7 III actually being lower than the A7C at launch, why would you choose to buy the new Sony a7C camera.  We’re bringing you this in-depth Sony A7C vs A7 III comparison with Nikon Z6 and Panasonic S5. Check out the comparison table below :

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Panasonic Lumix S5 Video Review

Here is an important video review for the Panasonic Lumix S5 full frame mirrorless camera.

The compact, L-mount Panasonic Lumix S5 features a 24mp sensor, sensor-based image stabilisation (5/6.5 stops), a 3inch tilting vari-angle touch-screen, 2.36m dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) with 0.74x magnification. There’s also 4K 60fps video, Dual-ISO, plus high-speed FullHD video.Well-rounded, lightweight, and sleek Panasonic Lumix S5 is being overshadowed by cameras like the Sony a7S III and Canon EOS R5.

Indy Mogul thinks you should at least give it a shot and see what all the fuss is about. The perfect upgrade from a GH5 or a b-cam to a higher-end cinema camera like the EVA-1 or VariCam. Check it out! Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S5 Video Review”

New Firmware Update for the LUMIX S1R, S1H and S1 Cameras

In addition to the announcement of Panasonic Lumix S5, Panasonic has also announced that they will be releasing firmware update for its existing S-series of full-frame mirrorless cameras to enhance functions and usability by the end of 2020.

Panasonic S1R will be able to capture 5K video but the greatest significance is likely to be enhanced autofocus performance for the S1, S1R and S1H.

Panasonic says the firmware update will arrive by the end of 2020, and we have to say, we’re pleased to see significant updates making their way into the company’s existing cameras.

Pre-order links:

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 body: $1,997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 with 20-60mm Lens: $2,297.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

The company also updated their L-mount Lens Roadmap 2020. Continue reading “New Firmware Update for the LUMIX S1R, S1H and S1 Cameras”

Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Camera Announced

Panasonic has announced the new, more compact, L-mount Panasonic Lumix S5.  The camera features a 24mp sensor, sensor-based image stabilisation (5/6.5 stops), a 3inch tilting vari-angle touch-screen, 2.36m dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) with 0.74x magnification. There’s also 4K 60fps video, Dual-ISO, plus high-speed FullHD video.

The camera comes with a new battery that gives up to 470 shots using the EVF, or up to 1500 shots with power save mode switched on. An optional battery grip is available, extending this to 940 / 3000 shots.

The Panasonic Lumix S5 will be available from the end of September at a price of $1999 for the body and $2299 when kitted with the 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 lens.

Pre-order links:

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 body: $1,997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 with 20-60mm Lens: $2,297.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

A future firmware update is planned to enhance video recording to add 4K CINE recording, plus support for higher resolutions. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Camera Announced”

More Panasonic LUMIX S5 Features

Panasonic Lumix S5 is expected to be announced at 10AM EDT/ 7AM PDT, on September 2, 2020. It is now listed at B&H! Here are the detailed specifications leaked at Nokishita-C.

The Panasonic S5 is expected to be an entry level model and a smaller version of the Lumix DC-S1: $2,497.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Panasonic LUMIX S5 Features :
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Panasonic LUMIX S5 Full Frame Mirrorless Camera

Panasonic announced the LUMIX S5 full-frame mirrorless camera. The Panasonic S5 will join the current S1, S1R and S1H models. Panasonic S5 will be unveiled on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at 14:00 UTC.

In addition, the Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless camera is already listed at B&H, and preorder will start at 10am ET, September 2. This Panasonic S5 is expected to be an entry level model and a smaller version of the Lumix DC-S1: $2,497.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. See Panasonic S5 specifications. Continue reading “Panasonic LUMIX S5 Full Frame Mirrorless Camera”