Thanks so much for your fantastic job. Keep going please. I love your videos. If possible please compare between Panasonic S5IIX and Fujifilm XH2S in future.

Fantastically well covered. I watched every minute of it, and you are very close to making me buy another camera. The dozens of Panasonic users out there will love this video.

Simply fantastic review! Thank you; so very helpful.

Could not agree more with your review, I bought one and love it! One wedding so far, look forward to using it for many more. 💪

I watched it right after purchasing and loved your review, thank you so much for doing such a good job! I wasn't aware of the live cropping & 5.9k pan&zoom modes when I bought it, so thank's again for the tips, I'll definitely use these frequently. I'm subscribing to your channel now, and would love to see more reviews and tutorials. keep up with the great work!

Great review Mark! I had no idea how to use the live cropping, thanks for showing that. I will be using this feature on my next video and it seems awesome!

This is the most informative and obviously up to date review of the S5II. Your tips are most welcome. Your passion and enthusiasm exudes abundantly and is most welcome. I'm swayed over the r5c, fx3, and z8 as my next hybrid cam. Thank you!

One day when I breakout of the beginner cameras, I think I'll go with Panasonic since they have English options in Japan. Great coverage. This seems like such an incredible camera. I love that smooth panning in camera

Another solid video man! 📸 I love the S5II and the S-Series prime's. Such great value.

Great video as always! Thank you for making it. I always enjoy your content and use you as a primary reference when looking at equipment for my channel. I relate to and appreciate all your effort.

Great review as always, well done

your AF findings are gold! I guess they will sort it out and until then we know how to handle it.

Sunrise, a beautiful sunny day on the West coast…time to head to the gym, but first, must watch yet another great video from Mark! Great camera and suspect some of the quirks can be fixed with firmware or in the even more video centric version. For heavy video users hard to go wrong, great value too, but so many choices out there! As a result suspect you may need to build an extra room in your house!

Awesome review!! Thank you! I am getting one!!!

Im so happy sir to listen and to have a idea about it, im praying to have one of those camera to start my vlog too💖your my inspiration please keep sharing your knowledge GODBLESS

Very good review 👍

Hi Mark, thanks for this (these) video(s), I was wondering if it has a digital zoom function (and button on the body) ? I saw that you can do that in post production if you are recording in 6k but it would be better if you can do it directly while recording. Thank you again!

Great work as always. Just purchased this a few days ago. Now I feel the purchase was validated. 😂 Keep up the good work!

Mark, thank you so much for this review, really informative. I just discovered your channel and subscribed! Can I fire a question at you please? I just picked up a GH6 and am really happy with it. Is there much of a different between the image quality of it and the S5 , is the color science the same? I hired the Lumix 1025mm and 25-50mm F1.8 for it and it looks great. Also I believe the S52 might be able to record proves internally at some stage, is this correct? thanks and well done for the great work.

Excellent review! Did you notice moire patterns due to the lack of AA filter to the sensor?And if so can the camera do professional work?

I already pre-ordered the S5iiX in januari when i could, I understand probably in the beginning of June (in the netherlands) I'll be a very happy Dutchman. For now still very happy with my soon to be B-cam (the original S5).

Great review, as always. Right now, the S5iix and the a7iv are about the same in price here in Japan. About. I love that you can change the Panasonic menu system to English, unlike the Japanese version A7iv. I love Panasonic IBIS. I think it encouraging that a full frame camera at this price has good IBIS....and a fan to keep it cool. Maybe the Sony a7v will have those things. The Panasonic autofocus is improved, but I guess it isn't there, yet. I think, over time, the current auto focus would frustrate me. If it is going to be fixed in an update, I hope it will be soon.

Nice job…it’s always a trade off with this cameras. I chose the S5 and S5 II for video and a X-T4 for photos over the Sony system, mainly because of the overheating issues. I do film often 2h long presentations. And I get great photos with my Fujis. I think you should have mentioned the great cooling solution in the S5II. Thanks for the great video 👍

Once upon a time in the little town of Lensville, old Grandpa Jenkins sat on his porch in a creaky rocking chair, sipping ice-cold lemonade, and reminiscing about the three months he spent with his Panasonic S5 II. Bessie, his loyal golden retriever, lay by his side, her soft fur shimmering in the sunlight, as the baby rabbit she had befriended hopped playfully around her. Grandpa Jenkins, a man of many stories, began to weave a tale that was both funny and profound, like a patchwork quilt sewn with the threads of science and philosophy. The sun cast a warm glow on his weathered face, his eyes twinkling like the stars in the night sky. "You know, little ones," he started, "back in my days with the Panasonic S5 II, I discovered something quite remarkable. It made me realize that we humans are stuck in the age of the wheel, and we've been there for several thousand years." Bessie's ears perked up at the sound of her beloved master's voice, her eyes fixed on him with an expression of sheer devotion. The baby rabbit, now resting between Bessie's paws, seemed to listen intently, its tiny nose twitching in anticipation. Grandpa Jenkins continued, "The S5 II was an amazing hybrid camera, capable of capturing both the beauty of the world and the complexity of life. It boasted a build quality and ergonomics that made it easy to wield, even for these old hands of mine." He paused, taking a sip of his lemonade, the condensation from the glass trickling down like tiny waterfalls. The baby rabbit seized the opportunity to nuzzle Bessie's soft belly, seeking comfort in her warmth. "Now, where was I? Ah, yes. The battery life was astounding, and the 5.9K resolution made the world come alive in ways I had never seen before. It was like gazing through a kaleidoscope, where colors danced and shapes shifted in an endless ballet of beauty." Bessie wagged her tail, a gentle breeze rustling her fur as the baby rabbit clung to her like a small, furry life raft in a sea of grass. "And it wasn't just the visuals," Grandpa Jenkins went on. "This camera had video assist tools like shutter angle, waveform, and vector-scope. It was like tapping into the very fabric of reality, the hidden patterns that govern the dance of light and shadow." He leaned back in his rocking chair, the wood creaking softly beneath his weight, as Bessie stretched out on the porch, her golden coat reflecting the colors of the setting sun. The baby rabbit nestled closer, eyes growing heavy with the soothing rhythm of Bessie's breath. "Live cropping, focus transition, and LUT loading were just a few of the features that made this camera a marvel of human ingenuity. And let's not forget the anamorphic modes, which transformed ordinary scenes into dreamscapes worthy of the greatest poets and painters." His words flowed like a stream, winding through the minds of his captive audience, as Bessie's eyes flicked between the baby rabbit and her master, content in her role as guardian and friend. "The S5 II also had stunning autofocus, tracking, and IBIS, which made capturing the world around us feel as natural as breathing. The Panasonic colors and e-stabilization brought an ethereal quality to every image, as if each frame was painted by the hand of a celestial artist." "But," he added, his voice growing somber, "even the most wondrous inventions have their drawbacks. The S5 II was not perfect, but the lessons it taught me were invaluable." A cricket's song punctuated the silence, as the baby rabbit yawned, its tiny mouth stretching wide before curling up beside Bessie once more. "As I explored the world with my trusty Panasonic S5 II, I realized that despite our advancements, we humans are still bound by the wheel - the cyclical nature of our existence, spinning round and round, just like the gears within that incredible camera." Grandpa Jenkins' eyes grew distant, as if peering into another realm, where the secrets of the universe unfolded like a cosmic flower. "But maybe that's what makes life so beautiful, young ones - our ability to find meaning in the patterns, to create connections between the seemingly unrelated, and to tell stories that bridge the gap between the tangible and the intangible." Bessie's gentle snores blended with the hushed whispers of the wind, as the baby rabbit's chest rose and fell in sync with her newfound protector. Grandpa Jenkins' words hung in the air, like dewdrops on a spider's web, refracting the fading light of the day. "And so, my dear little ones," he concluded, "the Panasonic S5 II taught me that while we may be caught in the age of the wheel, it is through our creativity and our relationships with others - whether they be human, canine, or even a baby rabbit - that we can transcend the limitations of our world and glimpse the infinite possibilities beyond." With that, old Grandpa Jenkins took one last sip of his lemonade, the ice cubes clinking gently against the glass. He watched as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a symphony of colors across the sky - a fitting backdrop for the story he had just shared. And as the final light faded, Bessie, the baby rabbit, and Grandpa Jenkins were enveloped in the warm embrace of twilight, their hearts bound together by the magic of a tale that would live on in the memories of Lensville for generations to come.

Great info. For talking head KZfaq videos, would you recommend this or the FX30? Does the FX30 bake in luts the same way?

I’ve had pretty extensive experience with various Canon cameras and a Nikon D500 and I have to say the controls, menus and the way LUMIX cameras work is the best. Those things are important in shooting sports, a commencement or a fashion show where you have no control over the action and having a camera with efficient and intuitive controls can get you more of those “decisive moments.” I’m speaking as a stills shooter, but I would think that applies for video shooters oftentimes.

Thank you! Great deep review! One additional drawback: Having S5m2 since two weeks I only heavily miss the option to jam the internal timecode for video! (as S1H or GH have)! Should be added in next firmware!

Yo I love your comedy lol subbed for it

I don’t need the s5 ii but I like lookin at it. Great video as always!

Hi Mark. Great video! Currently trying to decide between S5ii and A74. Do you know if firmware updates to Panasonic have been issued yet to address the autofocus or any of the other issues you mentioned here? Thanks

Great video Mark.. XH2S or S5M2X??

Love your content and your professionalism. Im now stuck between canon m6 mark ii and the zve10. what would you recommend for video?

Thank U for this excellent vid. 👍 By the way, U didn't mention its unique fan location!

Oh Yes, time to watch on my big TV.

Another great video. I'm in the Sony ecosystem. However I think the Lumix S5 Was very tempting for some of it features. Course I was less engulfed in the Sony World when I was debating buying it. With this s5 ii man I really can't afford it so I'm trying to control myself from just eyeing it. seems like I would still want to hold on to my Sony's for some of the better autofocus features but it looks like this would be great to have in my arsenal. I would love to see more about the wide angles.

even though i just bought the zv-e10 because I need it for video, I love what Panasonic is doing! they seem like the best photo cameras!

Just got the S5ii, coming from Sony. The most complete feature set you can find in a camera anywhere in the neighbourhood of $2,000 (excluding the XH2-S). Far, far better video features than the A7IV too

Open gate is the exact reason we still keep using the GH5 at work for horizontal & vertical video. It also never failed as a streaming cam in years with weekly 2-3 hour streams. It just won't break.

Hands down THE BEST S5 ii review I've seen, and I've watched a lot of them.

Great review. As for me, I just want to buy the S5 because I love the Panasonic ergonomics and colors. But that lack of autofocus reliability kills me and is a deal-breaker for me. So I have decided to step up to the Sony A7RV, which is a big step up in price, but will give me the best photo/video package with the most reliable focus. And that is what I need even if I don't want a Sony. Not to mention that the RV has a better screen for video, better EVF, better battery life, 8K which is fine enough for shooting talking-heads interview videos etc. Plus, when you have a 60mp sensor that allows you save money and weight on the glass you need to buy because you can crop in a lot. So, alas, I will have to shed the money and live with a Sony, not my beloved Panasonic.

very good video, will the s5iix have the same limitation as 4k at 60p with cropping and the autofocus on the face and eyes with an external monitor at 6k?

You sir, know your audience. This is exactly what we wanted

Great camera overall. The only thing that worried me a little is that I noticed that some KZfaqrs already got hot pixels, I hope they will solve it with a firmware update.

Very helpful critique of the autofocus and its inability to hold focus on the eye when something come closes to the face. That is a deal killer for wildlife shooting.

You had me an “manliest of men” 😂. New sub!

i'm a newbie with a Panasonic G7. I've had it for 2 years and I love it! The footage looks so pretty. (when its in focus and not shaky) I would like auto focus though, and image stabilization!!! (omg would i) I would have to get new lenses though 😕 I want this camera. Thank you.

I’m debating between this and the ZV-E1. I wish to have a hybrid, but video is a priority to me. I hope you will make a comparison between these two.

Oh My Pixels!! This review has sold me on this camera. A quick google search of "6k full frame" and I found this, thanks. I gather the full sensor record is 6K on a 4:3 sized sensor, if so, that is perfect for my needs. I want to use 2x Anamorphic, and on a 4:3 sensor is the easiest to work with. I wanted a 6K camera because 2x Anamorphic is sooooooo wide on a 16:9 sensor and I would crop it to 2.37:1 and resizing that with a 4K loses so much resolution. But at 6K downsampled to 4K is mathematically actually 4K resolution, using a 16:9 sensor, but this 4:3, (haven't done the math yet) surely has to be a better result and less cropping needed.

I was looking for an S2 III 8 months later. I'll try this though.

Great review mate! I find it funny that the camera is not able to use face tracking af when you use a monitor 😂 good to know!

Thanks for the vid and the laughs! I know it's not related to this video bit you're my go-to camera guy and I assume you can help me. Can I use gyro data from the ZV-E10 with VC turned on on Tamron lenses (17-70 2.8)? I have Sigma 18-50 but lack of stabilisation is killing me, takes forever to stabilise everything in Catalyst. Looking at 17-70 2.8 but it the VC is not enough for video and I cant use Catalyst then I'm waisting my money on Tamron.

Ever try micro 4/3 to L mount adapter? Curious how well this works. Would love to use Leica lenses on a full frame Panasonic.

This was a phenomenal video! I want to get the S5iix if nothing crippling is revealed about it, lol

Very interesting with the E stab. On the GH5 and GH6 the E stab can help a bit with the wide angle stuff I think.

Hey Mark ❤, how do you compare the image quality with fx30?

Mark great video. Question I have a GH6 and a G9 and a big selection of nice lens can I use any of those with this camera. Probably a dumb question but you never know

I am thinking about getting the R8 or this camera. I guess I'll wait a little bit to see what else is announced in the next few months. I like the way this camera looks but I am mainly in photography so yeah so yeah.

What about the "Live composite"? It is what interested me most about the first S5, but in this Mark II I don't see anyone talking about this utility, it is very rare, when it comes to a revolutionary tool (which has been in Olympus for years) for night photography, circumpolar, traces of vehicle lights, light-painting, etc.

Thank you for this review. I just purchased a S5ii along with the 50/1.8 & 85/1.8. I knew this body has lots of video settings but WOW! OMG this body has lots of choices when it comes to setting it up. I may have purchased too much camera. I do photography along with some video clips. So far I have been pleased that the body & lenses are so lightweight. Surprised the 50 & 85mm lenses are the same size and weight. Also the same thread size. Good job LUMIX. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

how about a comparison between s5ii vs zv-e1 for stabilization with different zooms and video quality.

This camera looks awesome im all about that ibis

I bought an S5II and I love it. I'm not comparing it to anything else as the only other camera I own is another Lumix FZ330 bridge camera which I bought as a cheap entry to handheld photography / videography to go with the drones I use for aerial photography / videography. So far I own the Lumix S 18mm, 50mm, 85mm f1.8 lenses, the 20-60mm kit lens, the Lumix S 24-105mm f4 and the Lumix S 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 macro lens. I would love the 24mm and 35mm f1.8 lenses but have to start reigning in my spending plus I can't decide if a Sigma 24mm f1.4 and Sigma 35mm f1.4 might be better for me but either will have to wait. This is all just for me as a personal hobby photographer so none of this kit is making me any money.

Would you choose S5 MKII over the Sony ZV-E1? That would be a good comparison video after seeing this review.

Eye autofocus is awesome ❤

Thanks!

I actually like the idea of 3:2 open gate for final delivery.

Please make comparison with Zv e1🙏🙏🙏

Mark, I'm a noob. For starting video with this camera, any suggestions for a first lense? The whole question of lenses is a bit overwhelming. Thanks!

I am basically trying to build different price combinations on Camera Canada between getting s5ii and 2 prime lenses vs a7iv and 2 prime lenses and it gets pretty close. That warp wobble in wide angle is hurtful ngl but everything else about s5ii is so gooood. Wish they had a catalyst browse kind of thing 💀 Can't make up my mind

Recommended lenses for the S5ii?

MARK PLS MAKE VIDEO ON , WHAT SHOULD WE BUY, A LENS FILTER OR LENS HOOD FOR USING SONY ZV E 10 IN OUTDOOR AREA....AND ONE MORE VIDEO HOW TO CLEAN SONY ZV E 10 FACTORY LENS THAT COMES WITH IT

Mark can you test also the following? Sony: when the fstop is very high so that you have deep focus, fStop12 and higher, Sony AF struggles. can you try that with S5II ?

I've had all formats, from small sensors (like on compact cameras) to Full Format. Now Im about to start fresh. A friend of my choosed the R8, but im not sure regarding that decision. I dont have any ef-s lenses to go with the adapter you could byu, and with canon not opeing up for 3rd party manufact, Im even more sceptic. So - Im looking at the S5 II (and even the I version), and the Sony a7 III (which feels a bit old for its price). The Nikons of today Im not very familiar with (my last Nikon was the DSLR D7000). So - Im starting fresh. What would you suggest, and is there any point of looking at Fujifilms cropped cameras with cropped sensors (like the X-T5). Im more of a photographer than a video producer. I have also got the small X-T20 for a cpl of years ago. Liked it, but not a fan of the retro styled knobs, even though it looks cool. What would you advice me to get. Budget? Well.. 2500 euro maybe. EDIT: So there's still focus issues?

Only you can get away with "Watch Before You Buy" in your titles. I just watched a video this morning with "watch before you buy" in the title and there was nothing in the video that was unique or useful regarding the product in the video itself. Hopefully, Panasonic will address the AF with a firmware update so that the eyes are respected over objects entering the "yellow box" thingie. One thing that draws me to the S5ii/x is not just because it's a shiny new object, but I find that skin tones on Panasonic (and Canon) cameras tend to be the better of the brands. Thank you for a very handsome and useful review of the Panasonic S5ii. I hope Camera Canada lets you borrow the S5iix for review.

Im sure you didnt get enough chance given the weather but thoughts about this vs a7iv in Canadian cold? How much does the battery life get affected?

Do you find yourself shooting in Vlog then adjusting using the phantom luts to bring back to a rec709 picture profile?

would you recommend S5II with kit lens or ZVE1 for traveling? My points of interests would be IBIS comparison between these cameras and ease of use. I wear glasses for reading so i wonder if ZVE1's LCD is good enough or not.

About white balance. I use the S5 and there is an option to dial in the desired WB on the camera. There are actually 3 manual options to add Kelvins to the camera.

Do you know if the tracking improved with firmware updates?

I'm coming from the GH5 but I am struggling with the next camera. I shoot 60fps most of the time and really wanted 4K 120. Do you think I should make a concession or pay double the price for the cannon

Did the new firmware update fix the pdaf in higher frame rates?

i can't way for your low light test of xs20 vs zve1 vs zve10 vs a7c ... tell ne you're going to do it please

How to quickly switch from photo to video mode? According to the old man with the drum modes (((

I'm waiting for Panasonic S5IIX to buy . But I'm curious to watch compare with Fujifilm XH2S

Hello Mark❤, Is there a way to authenticate lumix camera(because I am buying a new S5ii off Facebook Marketplace), is there such thing as fake cameras? Anything like serial number that I can check. Please share thoughts 🙏🏻

Hey Mark, You know it! We are waiting for comparison between this camera and A7s III 😊😊😊😂😂

Would it be a good camera for a beginner Mark?

for someone who wants to get started in video would you recommend the S5 II or another camera?

Great points on the bad

Bought the s5ii, back to Sony after a couple weeks. Pretty accurate on the "drawbacks". I think everyone jumping into the system for PDAF gotta manage expectations with regards to AF reliability (Hopefully better with firmware releases). Moving from e mount, the s5ii just felt a generation behind in the AF and software department. Video for handheld work is amazing above 24mm. Unfortunately, anything wider introduces jello in the corners with ibis on. For what it offers, the s5ii feels like the earlier to mid-cycle Sony a7 systems. Just lacking a touch or two to sharpen it up. A good videocentric camera for enthusiasts who are already in the L mount/ Panasonic ecosystem nonetheless.

"I just dare the criminals to rip it from my hand! They can't! Coz I'm the manliest of men!" Wow Mark! Those expressions!! 👏👏👏

@9:20 a random woman I found near my house 😂😂😂😂😂😂

I’d like one but the large form factor I don’t like. Are you getting a ZV E1. I’d like to see some proper testing from a non Sony associated reviewer, dealing with proper overheating tests etc.

Hi ... can you pls tell me if S5 ii can record using AC mains from the home power supply? can i use it on electricity?

GH5 or ZVE10? They’re about the same price in the used market

What would be the best vlogging lens for this Camera? I really have no idea about lenses. I always just used Sony :D

Does anyone know if the EVF rubber cup is removable without damaging it, so I can put it back on? I've been trying to balance this S5ii with my Ronin SC gimbal, but the fat EVF rubber keeps knocking into my axis!

For autofocus, go into the menu and make sure you have the Eye Detection AF turned on. In the menu, go to Gear, and then AF.

Open gate literally smashes moire issues. Awesome video always.

Too much gear I want… I’ve seen it used with the kit for under $2k. Then there’s the ZV-E1…. Hopefully Lumix keeps getting more lens options and I’m sure they’ll keep improving it with firmware. Maybe one day I’ll spring for it. 😂