Just a heads up, the Boost I.S. setting is primarily meant for stationary shots, like when you want it to look like it's on a tripod. Moving the camera with Boost I.S. on can cause jumps in the image.

What you said about the lenses is part of the reason I love panasonic as a camera brand: they're extremely thoughtful with their design. Making all of the primes roughly the same weight so you don't have to rebalance a gimbal, making them all focus breathing corrected - you can tell they really had the end user in mind.

As a former LUMIX shooter, I am very happy to see that Panasonic finally listened and delivered. Imagine if PDAF was incorporated in the original S5? Where would they be now? Panasonic has the deep pockets to claw back all of that lost market-share from the past five years, it seems that they now have the will to do so. This is good news.

Hi Tony and Chelsea. Happy new year. I have been following your channel for a long time and it has been a pleasure. I have been planning to start some analog medium format photography, but I am not sure which system to go for. I have used Canon AE-1 and Canon QL17, but have no experience with medium format except a Holga. My primary interest is street and documentary photography, so Mamiya RB series is not an option (too heavy to carry around). I am not sure if I should opt for a TLR like Yashica MAT124 (I checked some Rolleiflex cameras, but they have become quite expensive lately) or should go for Hasselblad 500 series (maybe 500 C/M). It would be really helpful if you guys can do a review of some medium format options for street photography. I also looked at Mamiya 7, but it is almost as expensive as the Hasselblad 500 C/M (with the Zeiss 80mm f/2.8), if not more. Thanks in advance and have a wonderful 2023.

Can I say, i love that you B/W the out of focus shots, that makes it so much easier to watch through.

I may not get your point. But I do not understand why you compare Panasonic S5ii to Sony A7iii which is very old model. You should compare it to Sony A7IV or Canon R6ii.

Tony and Chelsea, thank you for an amazing review! Your summary was very useful. And for a camera priced sub 2k this is definitely a first time buyer's pick. Ok so there are a couple nit picking things that turn me down on this camera but thats ok. I personally like stills for fast moving objects. Is there any word on the Nikon Z8 or the Z7iii?

I look forward to when the phase update moves to the MFT cameras. Not interested in L-mount, but a GH6 M2, G9 M2, or preferably a GH5 M3. There is going to be lots of Lumix camera updates over the next year or two

Excellent review! Did you notice moire patterns on the s5ii due to the lack of AA filter to the sensor?And if so is it going to be a problem on professional work?

do you feel it's a fair comparison between a camera just released to a camera that is now almost 5 years old with 5 year old tech? genuine question. I feel like it'd be better to compare to the A7IV and then mention the price difference as a legitimate factor in deciding what to buy.

Assuming that the S5II has the same near, far, and AF limit functions as the S5, I'm just wondering if you utilized near shift or set AF-limits to correct the AF background grab on your bird shots.

Been saying a long time that it was so weird that Panasonic was so far behind with their AF. Glad to see they are finally getting it! Happy for the Panasonic users out there.

Amazing review. Thank you for your hard work creating this video!!

I was hoping you could help me decide between the Lumix S5 and the new S5 II. For context, I’m starting out with photography and I’ll be going to film school soon, so I want to buy a hybrid camera that performs great for both stills and video, that will also grow with me as I develop. I’ve found the S5 with a lens for £1400 and the new S5 II is about £2300 once you factor the lens in. The S5 has almost all the functionality I think I’ll need and at this price it’s a great deal but I’m unsure if I should save up a bit longer and get the newer version with all the updates (i.e. better autofocus and unlimited video recording at 4k etc). Which camera would you recommend buying in my situation? Is the S5 at £1400 too good to pass up or should I hold out for the S5 II? Loved the review and thanks in advance!

Thank you for this review! After doing some additional research, think I’m going to buy the Lumix S5 ii camera body. I’m headed on a 10-day Colorado trip where I will be vlogging, photographing the topography/landscapes, etc. along with the interior of a mountain lodge. If you were me, what would be a good all-around lens option for this- say under $1000? I’m looking for something relatively compact. I appreciate any advice. Thank you so much!

As always I appreciate your truthful throughtful analytical reviews. Thank you !!!

It can’t shoot full frame 4K @ 60 fps. What is the workaround, Firmware update?

I’ve been Panasonic user for 10 years and I can tell you one thing, their product lasts! My rice cooker still works like a charm! Okay, will try this s5 ii out!

Good video. The 6k segment was enlightening. I didn't understand the what ratio it shoots in. Thank you.

Nice B/W to Color to differentiate what's on Focus and What's Not... Nice!

Great to see you spend so much time on photograph review. The shortest photograph review on S5M2 is just 30 second.

Tony, which camera are you using to create this video? At 8:50 the outdoor looks like an episode of This Old House! Great!

"For the Times, They are a'Changin" have you considered adding topics ? HEIC/10-bit color ? Which software would allow me to read raw from my camera and generate HEIF or 10-bit images? what software/hardware do I need for 10-bit color ? The monitor and graphics card I have now do 10-bit color; they have for quite some time How should I organize my photographic library ? what software should I use ? PhotoShop/LightRoom ? ACDSee ?? How can I import photos from my phone ? It seems clear that system cameras are going to be top-end items soon -- if they are not that already. Should I store my photos in a local library ? or on a network drive? what are my options? /gw

no mention of the s5iix in the future with more video options? seems misleading to recommend this to 'video' leaning hybrid shooters with a better option for only $200(US) more in a few months coming out

I wish you had made the comparison with the Sony a7iv so as to compare the capabilities of the latest models instead models around the same price. Thanks

Interesting camera. I planning on photography as a new hobby instead of using my iPhone , so I have a questions. How suitable is this camera for landscape astrophotography at this price point. Is 24 megapixels paired with F1.4 - 1.8; 24-50 mm lens a workable combination. A Canon R5 or Sony A7 R5 is within my budget but I would like not to spend that amount initially. Enjoy your videos!!! Thanks

I want to purchase for street/Portrait pictures as my wife love outdoor pictures, what lens should I buy with this camera?

Why compare a 2018 Sony with the 2023 s5ii? You should compare it with the Sony a7cii.

FWIW, Panasonic has a "AF ON-NEAR" function that can be assigned to a button (including one of the buttons on the Sigma 150-600) that will force the camera to choose the subject in the foreground (i.e., the eagle instead of the trees). Of course, it's better if the camera would just track the eagle using generic AF-ON, but there is a work-around.

HI I currently shoot with an older fuji Xt3 and im looking to upgrade. Im trying to decide between 2 full frame cameras. The new Lumix s5iix or the older Sony A7siii. My use case is video only and im currently focused on realestate videos and some weddings, client work ect. My main concern is for filming real estate in 4k60. What would look better a7siii 4k60 or the lumix s5ii 4k60 cropped? Most high end videographers in the real estate industry use a7siii. Taking everything into account, noise, low light, Dynamic range, image quality ect which is better. My goal to get the best quality for 4k 60 video. Thank you

Good video. Thanks. Panasonic seems to have really improved. What I would like to know is how do the individual frames in video look for pulling out still shots. It’s nice to shoot video then be able to get a “decent” still photo. I’m not a professional so looking from a standpoint of decent family photos. Thanks.

Hi guys greetings from Thailand great show as usual you are probably the best a camera and photography currently on u tube you clearly know cameras and photography inside out 😊

How are you not using caps on the bottom of the lenses? Wouldn’t that get dust and dirt in the glass?

What an exciting camera, but it looks huge next to the Sony. As a (Nikon) hobbyist, I'd really like to see this compared with a Z6II, A74, and R6II. Specifically, each with the best F4 mid-zoom, and a separate video with the best 70-300mm option, and then one on the best/fastest/affordable 20mmf1.x option. This is the market that is IMO feeling a little left out in reviews and options. PS Watching Sony's SOOC colors (from every respected reviewer) is just comical, and having tried 4 bodies under $3,000, including the A7IV, their JPG's are even worse amongst the top three. Nikon still has the nicest JPG's that are the closest match to their RAW images.

As much as i want to love this camera... it was a HUGE dissapointment hearing about huge crop in 60p.... Autofocus is all great and dendi, but it is not an innovation, they just caught up to aready basic standart technology, nothing special. Aslo as i understand 1080p is not oversampled, it is skipping or binning? Also i cant understand, and i mean REALLY cant understand 5iix model, all this features should have been in s5ii from the start, if i pay panasonic for 200$ upgrade, price will be the same, but i will not get streaming, ssd recording etc??? SO price for s5ii and s5iiX will be identical but with less features even after 200$ upgrade? Also i have to wait for may and couple more month for retail? P.S. in my country i can get a7siii brand new for 500$ more than panasonic s5 mark one... and a7iV cost the same as panasonic s5 mark one... to get first version for 2.000$ i must buy it only second hand... so i am torn apart and little if not largly dissapointed... do not know how to behave, as much as i want to buy s5ii, but i want X model features and i do not want to wait, also for 500$ more i can get a7siii with 4k 120 without so large crop and autofocus in 240 fps... Damn, Panasonic, why!?...

What's happening with the whole range of S cameras released so far, they will be updated with the new Phase Hybrid AF firmware, or we really have to buy new cameras with this future?

when Panasonic sent you all those lens was it their condition that you have to compare their camera to something that is many years old to make the Panasonic look competitive ? did you forget about Canon R6 MK2 ?

Tony..Since This VIDEO..Has Panasonic Made Any NEW Correction Firmware?? & if So What FW Version are we On Now? THANK TONY ..Great Vary interesting Review as Always, 🙂

would nice if it had some build in ND for video, still strange that non of the DSLR has it

Are any other good EF adapters except Sigma for Panasonic FF (Viltrox, Comlite)?

Panasonic is back! Im hoping for a new m43 cam with PDAF. GH6X please!

Why do you have to have a full frame 4k 60? I never see you using that mode.

Thank you for this very comprehensive review

If you still have the camera, could you test it against the Nikon Z6 II?

Great video Tony and Chelsea

Why compare it to the A7iii (which is years old and not the current model) and not the a74 when they are pretty much the same price?

Does the S5 II work with the hot shoe audio adapter DMWXLR1?

Seriously this might be one of the best camera reviews for Video shooters I have seen on this platform. I am a regular viewer, but here you really outdid yourselves.

I'm thinking about upgrading from my current Sony a6600. I also own a Canon XC15. My aim is to have one camera that can handle video as well as it does stills. I'd go with a Sony full-frame camera, but I don't like the viewfinder. I wear glasses and can't see all four corners of the viewfinder easily. Years ago I had a Panasonic G7, which had a big, bright viewfinder and didn't cause any issues. So perhaps the Panasonic S5II is a possible answer.

Tony...Can You PLEASE See if there's a Way..to Remove Confirm Delete? Eliminating That Annoying 3 or 4 Step Delete? i only cut it from 4 to 3 Step by Selecting YES"" To Pop Up Instead Of NO"" To Delete..But 3 Steps Still Sux :- 🙂

Would y'all say this camera is like a Leica SL2-S but affordable? (asking cus I really want to buy a SL2-S lol)

Why was it compared to the a73? Not 4?

Great review guys!

Great review. I have the Panasonic S1 and this definitely makes me want to upgrade!

At timeline 05:18, Did the camera just defocused and then refocused out of no reason?

Thanks for allowing me to see (and listen) in 1440p (and 4K on the tv).

Whats the best FF mirrorless for $2K in 2023? How does it stack to the A7C?

Thanks for your review. One unique feature this camera has, that Nikon, Canon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus don't have, is aperture bracketing (depth-of-field bracketing). The camera can bracket 3 or 5 shots, with one-stop variation each side of your selected aperture. I think this is great when you're aiming for the shallowest possible depth-of-field but want to automatically take a slightly stopped-down photo for 'insurance', just in case the selected depth of field is too shallow.

Would you buy this or the new Sony ZV-E1 for video?

Thank you. Best team to review.

Excuse me...I must've missed something....So....why the Sony A7III and not the Sony A7IV??

I'm going to invest in my first full frame and I'm completely undecided between the Sony A7SIII and the Lumix S5IIX. Sony seems very reliable to me, but I have doubts mainly due to the lack of updates and also because it is an older camera. On the other hand, I have an amazing recent camera with a great price, but which raises questions about Rolling Shutter and 60 fps cropping. What would I recommend? I've been in this cruel doubt for months! 😅

Thank you for the review. I was about to buy this S5 II but the autofocus made me confused again.

It’s important to note that Panasonic has remained consistently dialed in to cinematic video rather than sports or nature. That can be looked at as negative or positive, depending on the buyer. However, it is nice to see that they are moving forward. I still have much admiration for my Lumix S1, originally had no interest in the S5 series but maybe now I do.

A nice camera! I like the (working!) 96mp interlaced mode! Wish it had a faster sensor read speed. I shoot weather and would love a nice fast e-shutter for lightning. (When are we gonna get a proper global shutter???)

Man that is all smooth.... wow

so the r6mark ii beats this right im clueless been watching so many vids and its hard when im not into cams but need this for a projects and im down to the s5II or the r6 mark 2 orr the fx3 just totally clueless and all this info killing me

Hello Tony, regarding the pricing it is ok to compare this new camera with the Alpha III but I think it would have been even more interesting to make a comparison with the Alpha IV more expensive but with an up to date technology.

I can work with it on wildlife. I'm used to Panasonic enough from G9 in MFT and enjoy the colors and auto focus is already adequate for me. I love my MFT gear and will keep it but I would love an S1RII and one or two more long telephoto lenses as my first FF. The S5II sounds good for my snake shots in the summer/fall.

How is AF In slowmotion mode 120p ? How it works?

4:36 - I thought the A7S3 supports touch to track focusing?

I wonder if panasonic will be able to fit FF sensor into compact body, i.e. release GX9 FF successor.

Is the Sony A7.4 a worthy competitor albeit more expensive?

When Tony held the Canon lens near his face at 3:21 and said "I'm going to try this out and see how it handles autofocus", the S5 II jumped focus to the lens even though Tony's eyes and most of his face were still visible. I don't think that was intentional.

Nice job testing EF lenses. Looks like we have a bright future for these new Panasonic cameras. Can you try the Sigma 18-35 f/1.8 af on S5 II? Thank you!

Great video! Leaving an xt4 and wanting to move to a7iv or S5II for hybrid. Thoughts?

Looks like a great all-rounder! I wonder if it falls back to contrast AF over certain ISOs (or under certain lux levels of light). Might explain the high-ISO bokeh pulsing.

Comparing with a7iv which one is better for hybrid camera ?

As a mostly video shooter, I have been using Panasonic for quite a while now, and have always liked them. Reliable.

Nice review. Thank you.

@4:36 there is a setting for track to autofofus.

Ek, I brought a very discounted S5 November.. I thought Pana was unhappy with the S5 vs S1 etc should have checked rumor websites.. Anyway I got it as a backup to my Sigma fp and fp/L ie L mount camera.. took it out after 2am on a snowy night to get scenic shots and it's ibis worked well down to between 1/5 to 1/4 second compared to my my Oly M1. So if Ibis is improved there should be no complaints. Also high ISO stills were good, again if the newer camera is improved even better. I know they were lent gear by Panasonic, but they still tested a Canon lens, it's a shame they didn't test any Sigma lens (other than 150-600?). My S5 shines with the Sigma primes on contrast focus, I hope the new camera PD focus works well with Sigma lens too, if so people should consider the full range of lens available.

As a S1 user the big question is what comes next on that line?

A7iii as a 5 years old camera held up pretty well.

This is a great review. I am going to make a video today hopefully it is OK to reference your video for folks to come back to as there is some great information about the Panasonic achievements they have actually showcased in this new body.

I was about to pull the trigger on the Nikon z 6ii and then, yesterday I saw an ad for this camera. The ad said this was the best video camera in its class. So I started doing my research and I was on the fence between the two cameras. I found this video on KZfaq by chance and after watching it, I was sold. So I will be giving myself a nice present and will also be subscribing to your channel. Thank you.

This is great, but could you put a flashing light warning on the Rolling Shutter chapter? I'm in a bright room and am generally not bothered by flashing, but it was a bit uncomfortable and I would assume it would be worse for sensitive people. .

Does someone know when Panasonic s1 Mark 2 to be released?

I really do not understand why you'd make this comparison instead of with the A7IV. There are plenty of discounts on that, making it just slightly more expensive. The new S5II won't get discounts for a long time, a year at least. So why this comparison? Getting the a7iii will be wayyy cheaper in practice.

Any good for Shooting fast moving Aircraft ?

Tony & Chelsea love your videos. But I'm looking for a full frame Photo Camera and don't care about video. What are your suggestions? Thanks.

I SUPER appreciate you showing portrait shots with files on the computer! That way we can actually see if the camera gets the eye in focus. I bought an S5 but ended up returning it because it notoriously front focused on eye lashes, eye brows and glasses rims. It looks like the S5 II is better at this, but is still missing focus. Based on your results in the portrait section, it looks like I'll be happier with Sony or Canon because I mainly do portraits.

Great video, thank you. 😊

Tony is so excited !

That pulsing at 6:35 stops me from buying this camera. I saw it in someone else’s test. Hoping they’ll fix it

Are you telling me it auto focuses with EF lenses????? 😇😇

Have you tried using flash? I just posted a video showing the problems I am having with flash. It's a BIG drawback for Lumix unless they can fix it with a FW.

You forgot to add the fact s5 ii can use imported LUTS in photo mode too. Meaning you basically have Fuji film sims in a full frame camera!

Thanks for your more complete testing of the camera - in particular, its inability to keep the flying eagle in focus when a tree is behind it. For many a nature shooter that's a major foible ! Hopefully this will be remedied in a future firmware update. Or that it will be fixed by the time Panasonic releases a new / replacement for the G9. I 'm a still shooter & would love to have my near perfect G9 having a flawless phase detect A F system. Hear that Panasonic - I'm saving up ! Me & my Leica 100 ~ 400mm lens are waiting.

Good job Northrups!