Panasonic S5 Review: A Fantastic Camera for Video

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The Panasonic S5 is a powerful full frame video camera but does have some limitations. Let’s break down the video features of this new camera and see how it compares to Sony, Canon and others! Panasonic S5 on B&H: bhpho.to/2Gekkwi
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Panasonic S5
B&H: bhpho.to/2Gekkwi
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/RHdF
Video Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:31 Sensor
1:09 Body, Stabilization and I/O
4:01 Resolutions and Frame Rates
8:26 Anamorphic and V-Log
9:10 Autofocus
12:02 Audio
12:42 Other Video Features
13:30 Final Recommendations
Other cameras and gear mentioned:
USB-C Battery for the S5
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/yK8Rh7
Panasonic S1
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/jXih
B&H: bhpho.to/32R3o6K
Panasonic S1H
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/YpI1v
B&H: bhpho.to/2QOZYvS
Panasonic GH5
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/Uf2oD4R
B&H: bhpho.to/34YsF1A
Panasonic XLR Adapter
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/LxvfCX
B&H: bhpho.to/3jAwGgI
Sony A7S III
B&H: bhpho.to/3bkHa11
Sony A7 III
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/0yB0P
B&H: bhpho.to/3jHTivF
Fujifilm X-T4
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/LL8l7x
B&H: bhpho.to/34Uwc0U
Panasonic S5 Pros and Cons
Pros:
Full frame 35mm sensor
Smaller body than the S1
Flip out screen
In body stabilization
5.9K and other raw modes over HDMI (with firmware update)
4K 60p
HD 180p slow motion
10-bit 4:2:2
V-Log included
Good low light
Anamorphic mode
Improved video AF
Fantastic video assist features
Cons:
30 minute record limit in some modes
4K 60 is cropped to APS-C
LongGOP only (No ALL-I recording)
Low data rates
AF while improved still can’t compete with other cameras
Rolling shutter could be improved
DISCLAIMERS:
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
This camera was loaned to me from Panasonic for this review. I will not be keeping this camera. This review and it's content was not reviewed or paid for by outside persons or manufacturers.

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@AbstractFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I’m a proud owner of an S1H but I still feel like Panasonic doesn’t get enough credit after making so many amazing top of the line cameras.

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah AF aside they are killing it!

@sadasd9723 3 жыл бұрын

Too many people need af though, it's become so useful for solo shooters/as a back up, even if they are good at MF

@castielvargastv7931 3 жыл бұрын

sad asd well i own a gh5 and i shoot myself most of the time. Af could be better but i always get the job done. No other camera has the 6k photo mode and i love it. I do all my self portraits with it. I set it to face detection, start the camera and here we go. It never disapoints me. I was thinking about buying other cameras but 6k mode too important for me. A gh5 is a really good hybrid cam even if it has no canon af. But in photos panasonic af is very very good and for video it is good enough. I will be a happy s5 owner soon

@dhartasidauruk5447 3 жыл бұрын

@@sadasd9723 thats truee,...not many ppl can hire focus puller

@josephteilawson5298 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, its like with all they do they are being refused to be tagged ROYALTY for the fantastic specs they offer. As a Lumix user, I know they ROCK.

@MchangaS 3 жыл бұрын

I was really hoping for phase detection autofocus. But I definitely appreciate your awesome review as usual Caleb!

@romsprod 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review as usual, you're my favorite reviewer Caleb, thx for the great job. So clear, quick and clean

@plutomarket 8 ай бұрын

The best review of S5 I've seen so far. Thanks a lot and keep reviewing.

@InventiveImagery 3 жыл бұрын

I could watch your videos non-stop. Another awesome video and review. Thanks for this, Caleb!

@thechrisyoung7717 3 жыл бұрын

2020 might be a year to forget but what a time to be in the market for a new camera. So many good options to choose from, not to mention cameras like the GH5, G9, and X-T3 seeing discounts! Great review as always, Caleb!

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it is just absurd what we have available to us!

@geraldundone 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Caleb! Nice and snappy. 🤓👍

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gerald! Had a little whoopsie with the time zone but I saw yours and corrected so thank you for that ha! Headed over to watch yours now 💜

@tebonjei4398 3 жыл бұрын

Now let's get undone!!!

@sebastiank7956 3 жыл бұрын

You two are my go-to's every time a new camera is announced. Thank you both for your amazing work.

@mfreeman313 3 жыл бұрын

@@sebastiank7956 Huge agree. The two best value for time spent KZfaqrs. Little or no skateboarding around the studio, just 90 percent of the stuff you wanna know and done.

@srijonmondal8842 3 жыл бұрын

@@sebastiank7956 exactly

@geoffreymee7671 3 жыл бұрын

Great into there Caleb. Concise, no BS, loved all the facts your brought out. Thx

@allirogorilla 3 жыл бұрын

Finally - looks like the camera I've been waiting for. Was thinking of going GH5-GH6 but this is full frame and hands down it's like a full frame GH5.

@abdelilahhamdane4647 3 жыл бұрын

KZfaq just recommend me a tonnes of videos about the s5, but yours is the first one I chose, thanks man for convincing me about the s5, I was just about getting the a7iii.

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks for picking me!

@roadrunna. 3 жыл бұрын

it's so easy to like your videos, first it's always a visual feast with framing and lighting, your articulation is genteel, the audio is at the sweet spot and of course the content is on point. thank you

@townsends 3 жыл бұрын

Caleb, what are your thoughts on what seems like a lot of noise in the midtones for this camera?

@SilverWagonStudio 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan, Caleb. You make great content, and your voice is super relaxing.

@scottgmaclean 3 жыл бұрын

Great overview... as a GH5 owner the S5 is a tempting step up (the cost of lenses is the only thing holding me back). Great to see you back Caleb, love your work!

@dannyfigs 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you sold me on the G85 years ago. I loved that camera so much I bought another one & started my business. Then got the GH5 after watching your video & it’s my favorite camera of all time. I’m watching this video & it just feels right. This is definitely my next camera. Thank you!

@aeropxs 3 жыл бұрын

Caleb: Another good one. The autofocus is clearly not ready for primetime or competitive with Sony and Canon but it does show clear improvement. Despite the mico HDMI this is another bold shot by Panasonic for a ton of value in a cost competitive body.

@mariosacasa 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review and the great work you do on this channel! Very helpful! Will you make a camera guide for the s5? Would love to learn more about how to use it well.

@syrompicturez2917 3 жыл бұрын

awesome, quick and very informative review as always!

@TechIlliterate 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. You're really helping decide which camera to buy!

@TheTimeseven 3 жыл бұрын

I love this channel, you are the top reviewer of the world. because you speak it clear with very useful information, concise, complete, concrete and clear.

@UpperVIP Жыл бұрын

So far, have loved filming results with the S5 tests we are doing. We won 28 awards making a short film with the GH5s and so this will be interesting to see what it can do for the sequel ... 🙂

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Video Timestamps for you lovely people! 0:00 Intro 0:31 Sensor 1:09 Body, Stabilization and I/O 4:01 Resolutions and Frame Rates 8:26 Anamorphic and V-Log 9:10 Autofocus 12:02 Audio 12:42 Other Video Features 13:30 Final Recommendations

@UnboxMe 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, put the times inside the parenthesis (x:xx) in the description and you will get the times in the timeline of the video 😜

@TheEducatedBarfly 3 жыл бұрын

Add them to the main description and KZfaq will create chapters in the timeline :) We do that for our videos. No need for parenthesis. We shoot all our videos on S1H, GH5 and GH5S. But very tempted at Sony now with the a7SIII coming. What will the future hold for the a7IV? And why doesn't Sony offer shutter angles!

@yank1tonybats511 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I'm just getting into photography and video. Your channel is great. I try my best to use your links to support you. Keep up the great work. I learned a lot from your videos.

@BenFox01 3 жыл бұрын

Caleb! What mic did you use when you were vlogging? Sounded great’ LOVED the vid 💪🏻

@ENDTIMEREVIVALPRAYERCITYTV 11 ай бұрын

Amazing video Caleb, extremely helpful!

@peternavanac9310 3 жыл бұрын

Really, really good review. Watched the Gerald Undone review of the S5 and it really put me off this camera, yet gave a glowing review of the Sony A7SIII a few weeks ago....this seemed much more balanced and gave a whole lot more of what the camera can do. Thanks!

@Nicole.Sisson 2 жыл бұрын

I'm camera shopping and your video was super helpful!! Thanks 🙂

@_tographer 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent as always! Thanks Caleb!

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stronz!

@KyleMcDougall 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review, Caleb! I had my fingers crossed for no crop 60fps on this camera... Really wish Panasonic could find a way to include that on their full frame cameras.

@ericguizzetti 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if that might get fixed via a firmware update at some point? I do some much stuff that moves quickly that I prefer 60...

@nickangellondon 3 жыл бұрын

Great review - really detailed, thank you

@UnboxMe 3 жыл бұрын

Good review as always 🙌

@paulbeckmann 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great review! Very comprehensive!

@digitalkev06 3 жыл бұрын

hmmm... really got me considering my first Panasonic. Great first look review.

@roycehipolitopodcast 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is one of the most talented vlogger and yet he does not deserve to habe just 500k subscribers...he should be over the 2M mark...

@stevechicdinmore9840 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I enjoyed it very much keep up posting such interesting videos. Will be back to watch more in the future

@HWolfeIII 3 жыл бұрын

I liked your autofocus test, overall, top notch review. If I were to get into full frame cameras, I believe I would go with this S5. I'm already been a Panasonic GH4 owner for nearly 5 years.

@in-tuneguitaracademy9074 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought one but hasn’t shipped yet. My first full frame. Was considering Z5, Z6, R6 and A7iii. In the end, IBIS, fully articulating screen and a great deal won me over for thé S5. I currently have a Canon M50 and Nikon D5500. I consider my new S5 a huge upgrade.

@orxanadgozlov5239 Жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks for that! Can you tell what gear did you use for this video? Camera and lens especially.

@villemononen5303 3 жыл бұрын

ALRIGHT! Finally, this is it! I've been looking for the smaller FF from Panasonic, and the price is good too. Now just more smaller lenses (doesn't have to be super fast) and i'm set! I'm ready to jump aboard on the L-mount directions. Nice that old S-line cameras are getting the AF benefits aswell, feel good.

@andrewhays6807 3 жыл бұрын

Liked seeing the studio space, Caleb! Have you done a tour/explanation for the setups you have there?

@Onpex 3 жыл бұрын

As always,...great review video!.

@MadRC 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding overview and review. Really am thinking this is a FF GH5 or close to it. I’m really tempted on this.

@ThisIsOurRetirement 3 жыл бұрын

Great review covered everything we were looking for, it does look to be a pretty good hybrid an an excellent video camera. We are taking a serious look at it. Thanks Caleb. Just curious you didn't say if you would buy it, I guess not as you have the S1.

@JFikeVisuals 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks so much for this. Exactly the info I needed as I'm looking to upgrade from a GH4. Was leaning toward the A7iii, but S5 seems the way to go for the price point, especially since I'm already familiar with Panasonic and I can get the 4k60 at the same price point. Was also surprised by the results of your comparison of the S-log and V-log. Very helpful video. Thank you!

@ChrisWalterVisuals 3 жыл бұрын

Have you made the switch yet? curious on your thoughts after doing so

@kophotograph1803 3 жыл бұрын

Im in love with this camera 😍 I dont care a lot about autofocus tracking as I am more a photographer than a videographer. And I love my gx80 and Panasonics ergonomics and Menus 😍

@olegasphoto 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Thanks

@cyclingmaven 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Caleb thank you.

@gobinath2406 3 жыл бұрын

Everything in detail review thankyou so so much

@NolanGunn 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see an updated S5 video with the Raw output and new features! This may be the camera I'll upgrade to depending on the A74.

@poormansmichaelbay 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. This was helpful in my purchasing decision.

@fellowcitizen 3 жыл бұрын

Love your reviews Caleb. I'd be interested in an L Mount Alliance video overview once the next round of f/w comes through. For instance, the Sigma fp was too niche for me to start with, but the compatibility makes it very tempting once funds permit (although this S5 may alter that equation.) Also, the Leica SL2 has some interesting video specs, I believe.

@johanvanhuyssteen9217 Жыл бұрын

Great review. Thanks!

@4element23 3 жыл бұрын

Great work. This video was exactly what I wanted to see from Panasonic. Might have missed it but has there been a date set on their availability?

@Clickumentary 3 жыл бұрын

This video has really opened my eyes to a compelling option! I have been teetering on the Lumix G9 vs. future Z6s vs. XT-4. So, why not add a 4th to further muddle my procrastinating brain.

@jokdigitalvideo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great information video Well done

@chgotbanned 3 жыл бұрын

Def looking to grab this to go with my gh5 set up next year.

@nerd.mattcalkins 3 жыл бұрын

You have a really good way of presenting yourself. A good KZfaq persona, as the Mattifesto channel would say.

@KevinvanDiest 3 жыл бұрын

I know I had to check your AF demo ..but I only looked at that awesome studio you got there dude!

@PedroMarotti 3 жыл бұрын

Hey there! Really like the video. I’m a filmmaker currently using Sony a6300. Looking forward to upgrading to a Full frame camera for video. With my budget I think this is the best option, comparing to the new coming a7c. I also take some photos for fun, so a hybrid is a must, otherwise I’d just go for the BMD pocket 6k. This video helped a lot in my decision! :)

@bladamirputin5999 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative..well explained.

@JediCollective 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, thank you!

@Runaway-daughter-story 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the good video. I am in S.Korea and English is my 2nd language, but your good pronunciation and detailed explanation are good enough for me to understand. Thumbs up !! Sir, do you think the quality of images by X1500 is worse than S5? Mostly I make videos of street food. It needs fast AF and deep depth. So I also consider the Panasonic X1500 camcorder. However, I also consider a good quality of images and filming inside of restaurants or filming in the evening. Because of these 2 matters, I hesitate to choose X1500. I do not color correction after editing at Premier Pro. My style is quickly filming, editing, and loading on KZfaq. In this aspect, the X1500 is good for me. May I look forward to your reply?

@kraigadams 3 жыл бұрын

Helpful my dude

@josephteilawson5298 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review

@pgulysse1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks... We are having a lot of "Camera (features)" in those new entry level FF mirrorless : Panasonic S5, Nikon Z5... Happy to see camera makers are coming with interesting tools for us to enjoy photography. In the of techs the future look promising for next updates : Z6, Z7, S1,... RP, R Thanks.

@voorachter2733 3 жыл бұрын

Why? These cameras offer very little for photography, pretty much all new features are for video

@KevinCarlsonMortgages 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, again. The price point on this thing is amazing for what it offers.

@msteini25 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Caleb, great video 😃 Thank you for the detailed information. Will you also make and sell a Camera Guide for the S5 on your Website?

@walterwimmer-brown 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Celeb! Are you planning on doing a camera course for the Lumix S5 over on the academy? I am looking into the a7iv or the S5 and wanted to get the best out of whichever camera I choose. Love your content, it always feels worthwhile and helpful. You rock!

@11mrd59 3 жыл бұрын

Great review!!!

@Simon-Turkas 3 жыл бұрын

Have had a couple of Lumix cameras and have been considering a switch back to Sony, but the S5 is very tempting. Thanks for the excellent review!

@xavpil2 2 жыл бұрын

You’re my best reviewer man!

@madmijk 3 жыл бұрын

13:00 Very glad to see that out of frame areas of non-16:9 aspect ratios can actually be dimmed down. I have always found the frame markings on the GH5 a bit lacking because they were just dashed grey lines, which blend in with the video in many situations, making composing for widescreen aspect ratios more tedious than it needed to be. With the frame mask you can actually see at a glance how the composition looks. It's one of the little things that can help one improve their video skills... thank you Panasonic!

@Stargaze79 3 жыл бұрын

I was so excited when they announced the frame guides with the new firmware... And when I saw what they looked like eventually, I felt cheated. Still hoping Panasonic will fix this.

@thestablepirate 6 ай бұрын

I have found one second hand for about 800 bought a year ago so this video helped me make my final decision thx!

@Thevikingcam 3 ай бұрын

I bought one for 800€, atmos ninja V for 300€. Bam, now its full frame prores RAW camera at 1200€. Take that black magic pocket cameras :D

@lionroots11 3 жыл бұрын

Man by far your video is .most helpful. Quick question, i ask B&h does the s5 has in body stabilization they said no but i see on your video it does? And do it works good like the gh5?

@FilippoEdit 3 жыл бұрын

REALLY a great review

@PaulMidcalf 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Well done - subscribed.

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

thanks Paul! Welcome aboard!!!

@FarEastSurvival 3 жыл бұрын

Very good review and introduction. Thanks! I would definitely get this camera but I can't deal with contrast only autofocus that I had with the GH5. If and when Panasonic decides to get phased detect autofocus, I would consider their cameras again.

@angeloregina 3 жыл бұрын

Great video comparing this camera with the other Lumix cameras.

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jaibacca 3 жыл бұрын

That autofocus definitely seems improved! Still sad it's DFD and not phase detect; it's hard to consider Panasonic's offering without keeping that in mind

@thatsreallyamoon 3 жыл бұрын

I have no idea about the relationship between Sony and Pana in depth, but can you image if Sony gave their juicy PDAF sensors to Panasonic? They would ruin their own video market. Panasonic is insanely valued as seen by the GH5/s, and even their tiny cameras that can record 4K for a long time. If the GH5 came with the lighting quick AF... Imagine how much juicier it would be, and surely it would eat up some Sony sales.

@thewalkingvloggingman7152 2 жыл бұрын

Why are you shooting video in Auto focus?

@sidizajn2707 3 жыл бұрын

super presentation, thanks

@MoCo_Filmmaker 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man...what a great year for cameras, and at this price point the S5 might be the go-to for me.

@skellymanz5084 3 жыл бұрын

Hey DSLR video shooter! I love your channel and have even taken one of your classes at the academy. I've been doing some amateur freelance video and photography work using only my Samsung S20 and was thinking of investing in my first ever Mirrorless camera. Is the Sony A6400 or A6600 still your pick for beginners on a budget?

@gcclark 3 жыл бұрын

Looks stunning! I’m still leaning toward a Canon mirrorless. What do you think about the full frame lenses for Panasonic?

@adamjohnzon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. Very detailed. This seems like the perfect hybrid camera for the price. I've been looking at Canon and Sony but this one may sway me to Panasonic.

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah it is a tough call with all of these killer offerings!

@Adventurist 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Just one tiny thing: I would have loved to see some stabilisation comparisons.

@Mango_Productions Ай бұрын

People are sleeping on the S5, it's an amazing all around performer.

@UnexpectedCreativeStudios 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. I use a GH5 a lot so it will be interesting to give this one a go. Good review!

@Mrgunsngear 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@jlambuth 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of scoring it myself for the channel. Filming booms in low light!

@aishwaryarai2956 3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@diegolnoriega 3 жыл бұрын

Caleb man. I love U. Gh5 user and i am a bit Concern about this late camera Fever around 4000 Dolars. I used a Gh4 and Gh5 and always tempting to change to sony, but this camera its perfect for The price. Nice review as always

@Albanez39 3 жыл бұрын

Between you and Gerald, I don't need anyone else to recommend or criticize cameras and various gear :)

@TheOneMonk 3 жыл бұрын

Astral'o Pithecus Only that Undone was really off in his review of the S5. This overemphasis of vlogging is just annoying.

@Albanez39 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheOneMonk Well, vloggers or wannabe vloggers make a good part of these guys' fans... I'm a film student myself and want a camera for videography; short social media ads, videoclips and so on

@PVMMAC 3 жыл бұрын

Throw in potatoe jet for some humor and fun too LOL

@Albanez39 3 жыл бұрын

@@PVMMAC I liked him in the beginning, he was funny and down to earth...but then I got frustrated from his continuous Canon adverts. I bet my balls he's a sponsor/paid promoter of Canon, and I just can't keep watching him while he ignored all the great Sony, Panasonic, Fuji and Blackmagic cameras :(

@GrizDrummer25 3 жыл бұрын

One more thought; would you recommend jumping from the A7iii to the S5? It feels a little lateral, but (on paper) you still get some really good video upgrades, obviously the biggest being anamorphic.

@Nickojunior 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought s5 I’m ready to have fun 🤙

@user-vs7lv5hg5m Жыл бұрын

What lens were you using at 2:14? Great video!

@JP11 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Do you recommend the S1H over the A7S III?

@tomnylundvideos 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I am seriously going to upgrade my GH5 to the S5👍

@loamoa2898 3 жыл бұрын

The ALTSON EF-L Mount Converter enables the use of Canon EF-mount lenses on L-mount mirrorless camera bodies, and maintains full lens performance, including autofocus in AF-S mode, as well as in-camera correction and image stabilization technologies.

@charlescowper 3 жыл бұрын

@DSLR Video Shooter Thanks for the great video. Do you know if there is a delay over HDMI when using an external monitor? (like the GH5)

@mlegrand 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to go off topic, but I'm wondering if you have an upcoming A7S3 review coming up? Waiting to get the camera in studio? Thanks for all that you do!

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Preordered but wasn't on the Sony early access list :-(

@andrewgray1169 3 жыл бұрын

Another great in-depth review, thank you. Just wondering your thoughts on the S1 as a camera for making corporate video promo's. You mentioned it as Vlogging camera, but just wondered if it would hold up as a short movie making camera. I am new to video making and looking for something that isn't too overwhelming but more than capable?

@andrewgray1169 3 жыл бұрын

Your thoughts on this matter would be appreciated?