Why Lumix S5 is my number ONE camera in 2022

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There is a lot of reasons why this camera is my number one choice for most of my professional work. In this video I go over everything that I love about Lumix S5 and few things that I am not a fan of.
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@princepaks4433 2 жыл бұрын

"Go for the camera that looks good to you." I couldn't agree more! This was exactly why I got my Lumix S1. I fell in love with the design when I first saw it in 2019, bought it in 2021 and I still fall in love with it every time I open my camera bag!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like that about some cameras! including this S5 - it is sexy!!

@ananthujohnson Жыл бұрын

Same for me as well. I bought S1 in 2021 and I just love the camera. Quality of the output, the feeling that we get while holding the camera, the build quality and ease of use, everything is very special about this camera.

@JoshCameron 2 жыл бұрын

S5 gang ;)

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

YES!

@themagicallandscape 2 жыл бұрын

I love the S5. The custom dial makes it so easy to switch settings for different scenarios. Panasonic is definitely one of the most practical cameras to use regarding workflow. As a mainly stills shooter, I would love to see an S5R for higher res or smaller S1R.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I have never used custom dial - never needed to (yet). I don't think they would do S5R but hopefully S6 will have higher resolution sensor and better AF

@LordAltron2 2 жыл бұрын

That would be very useful

@SkonrokkenTV 2 жыл бұрын

Well maybe S5ii with higher megapixels and 8k video. Set up the custom dials but never used them. For v-log shooting etc. Still a fantastic stills shooter and very good vlogging camera. Couldn't be more pleased. Was originally going to go for a fujifilm x-t4. Also a very cool camera. But don't regret going with the s5.

@SteveAtwal Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ Any idea if the S6 is in the works? Would be good to know if Panasonic has a roadmap for upcoming camera models. Cheers

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

@Steve Atwal not that I know of

@jlorenz745 2 жыл бұрын

bought, your authentic love for this camera is contagious. Thank you

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@franciscosunworld 6 ай бұрын

Great video and fantastic model. Keep it coming!

@PavSZ 6 ай бұрын

thank you

@chadstarbucks5719 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Pav. Really interesting to see how strong this camera still is in 2022!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@francissosing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review Pav!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Than you for watching

@pianopotato 2 жыл бұрын

Your video came up on my suggestions again today and happily rewatching it, I noticed your comment about pics from the Sony (I have the A7IV) being darker than what you see on the screen, compared to the S5. At least when we're talking about the LCD screens and what we're expecting straight out of camera. This is so true and it took me at least a few weeks to come to terms with this on the Sony.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

yes, Sony photos always look different on camera and on computer

@WaitButHow Жыл бұрын

I love that you had the humility to end the video with unsuccessful cuts. Thanks for the review.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I always do it.

@janmaaso 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Jan.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kadeboehlke6137 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed listening to your lecture. A convinced lumix friend. i have been an enthusiastic owner of an s5 for two years. Many greetings from the rhine to the states.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! S5 is a great camera

@clintjohnson5914 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching your Panasonic S5 videos--- makes me feel smarter for buying one----every time---THANKS!!!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@agentofthewild684 2 жыл бұрын

I don't have an s5, but I do have an s1 and gh5. I love working with panasonic cameras. I switched to panasonic 4 years ago and I have never looked back. The only complaint I have with them is the difficulty of connecting my phone through the apps on iOS. I am a fan if the color science, the image that comes from the sensors is wonderful. The L mount combined with sigma glass is phenomenal. I have used Canon, Pentax, Olympus and Panasonic. These cameras give me any option I can think of as a creator and it never limits my capabilities. Keep pushing for Panasonic because they deserve it!

@Wayne_Farrow Жыл бұрын

Well done Pav, lovely to see you doing well 👏👏 just got 2 x S5s 😊

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks Wayne! Hope you are ok

@tronephotoworks Жыл бұрын

I’m very happy with it. The build quality, great ergonomics and menus and image quality all make a wonderful hybrid system.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@snappychappy Жыл бұрын

Better be as good as you say, I just ordered one. 🙂 Excellent video again, Keep up the good work.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

still is very good but S5II is on another level now

@stevedolson2694 2 жыл бұрын

My favourite! I got it for video work but I was really impressed by the photos that have come out of this camera. If it would break tomorrow I would buy it again in a heart beat.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

me too!

@SkonrokkenTV 2 жыл бұрын

Also love my s5, use it for vlogging trips. Amazing camera. Hoping for an s5ii with 8k video. Good review.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

It is a great camera

@WatCharles Жыл бұрын

I love the orange and teal color scheme in this video. Very easy on the eyes.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

thank you!

@MarioCastillion 2 жыл бұрын

I was looking at the G9 for quite a long time now, but seeing your video I think I'm definitely going to save up for the S5. Truly a remarkable camera which doesn't get much credit it really deserves. Great review and a stunning lady in the video!!! Wow!!!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the S5 and also thanks for inspiring me to get it. Greetings from Suriname 🇸🇷

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much! It is a camera worth saving for - for sure!

@copdoc Жыл бұрын

Great video. Absolutely love your shirt😂🤣

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😁

@emanuellsmith1944 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing I'm planing on purchasing two of them.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

I hope you didn't and waited for until S5II was announced

@niladri.ssv.bhattar 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Pav, nice video. Got this very recently and I'm very new to photography. Can you make a video of the menu/settings layout and the Q button layout that you use? Would be extremely helpful.

@djcrash77 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Just recently replaced my G9 with the S5 and so far I'm loving it! Compliments my S1 nicely and now I only have to deal with one mount system!

@ThePistonPit 2 жыл бұрын

I was stuck between s5 and a7iv and in the end went for the a7iv because of the autofocus.

@michaelbell75 2 жыл бұрын

Im trying to decide between the G9 and the S5 because the S5 is on sale right now and only $500 more than the G9. Is it that big of an upgrade?

@djcrash77 2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelbell75 the G9 is great, but the S5's FF sensor definitely helps in low light. And it's also about the same size as the G9, if not a little smaller.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice! great cameras!

@michaelbell75 2 жыл бұрын

@@djcrash77 thanks. I went with the Sony a74 ha

@infoambient 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Thank You!

@PavSZ 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@borderlands6606 2 жыл бұрын

There's a workaround for changing AF and MF on the fly. With the lens switch set to manual, you can still apply autofocus with the rear "AF ON" button. You toggle between MF and AF via the focus ring and back button.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

interesting! I need to try this!

@Ferdinand_FlyFishing 2 жыл бұрын

I use AF ON button aswell as near and far focus. super easy

@Photovintageguy 2 жыл бұрын

I use vintage lenses, I use punch in to focus. I have punch in set to joystick push in. I move the box to where I need it, i have the box small like 10x like two down from max. Then i press down on the joystick. I can still move it right left up down if needed, just don't press hard. Top dial can still maje box smaller or bigger. I use full screen push in zoom to focus. I also put the punch box on the rule of thirds line, if that makes sense for composition. That way you know you're actually in best focus even if lens has different focus away from the center. I also move forward and back a bit rather than reaching for the focus ring every time.

@Artisless Жыл бұрын

where can i find the rear autofucs 'on' please

@borderlands6606 Жыл бұрын

@@Artisless With the lens switch set to MF (not AF!) you can still autofocus with the top right button on the back of the camera, marked AF ON. When you move the focus ring on the lens, the camera reverts to manual focus until you press the AF ON button again, when it autofocuses. This is the case whether you have the camera back dial set to S (single) C (continuous) or MF (manual focus).

@SergeGolikov Жыл бұрын

I share your enthusiasm for the S5 🍷 Have had mine for 18 months and recently started shooting Anamorphic, it's a dream machine!

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

I have never tried any anamorphic lens - I think it's time! I still love my S5

@TheKimNeeper 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, and I finally learned how to switch it shutter angle :)

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rickkoloian4179 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the needed breath of humor & common sense on YT. As hobbyist, I use G9/G95 due to size, weight, cost & superb ergomonics, although I'm jealous of the new S-series menu system 🙂. Of course, there are better cameras than Panasonic G series but they work for me.

@CameraCombo 2 жыл бұрын

I like your spirit in your videos... very pleasing to watch. I actually prefer the flip-up screen on the GX850/GX800/GX880/GF10 (but the naming sucks!).

@mattievk Жыл бұрын

I bought the S5 with the 20-60mm and 50mm F1.8 last black friday for only $1450 (after cashback) as my first serious camera. I love everything about it except for the lack of affordable lenses... I guess this will change once Sigma starts making more lenses within the L-mount alliance. Hoping for a 70-200 2.8 from Sigma later this year!

@MushrathChoudhury Жыл бұрын

As a beginner to photography who has the same two lenses you do, how should I learn with the S5?

@Jeff-zc6rr 5 ай бұрын

I was worried also about getting all new lenses because i have a M43 and only have one M4/3 lens i really use which is the noctricroon 42.5. All my other lenses are EF/M42/F/MD with adapters/speedboosters. I will get get adapters.

@Ansonandco 2 жыл бұрын

great footage my dude! love this camera!! we should team up with our Panny Cams!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! We should talk about it

@Filmmaker809 2 жыл бұрын

Just wished they installed a Full HDMI port! Oh and Pav the model at 07:46 is beautiful.

@laurentbreyer Жыл бұрын

Great review my friend 👍

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

@Falk4J Жыл бұрын

Luv ur style, luv ur videos! U really nailed this one! Have you heard of Meike lenses? They make them also for L-Mount, both as cine and as fotographic lenses. They seem to be great. Blessings!

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Yes, I have heard of them. I have reviewed Meike 50mm f1.2 (L-mount) here on my channel: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/admWZ8qAlbLakZc.html

@lynxbroadcast184 5 ай бұрын

Really good review! I just got an S5 with the 50mm 1.8. This is an amazing camera and lens combo for my photographic and video work. I also keep my G85 as a B Cam and street photography camera and still use my 35 mm film cameras. Txs Pav

@PavSZ 5 ай бұрын

Good choice! Thank you for watching!

@cameronkrause4712 Жыл бұрын

I think that the pictures you show here look really good.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

thank you!

@kentmemories 2 жыл бұрын

I choose Lumix over others because their UX, IBIS and "the look" of images right out of the camera without any post processing.

@Nicole.Sisson Жыл бұрын

Loved your video! Looking into this camera and your perspective was super helpful 😊 I'm curious what your preferred autofocus settings are for vlogging if you are walking and holding the camera?

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

I'd run 1080p 60p most of the time filming with this camera but I had no major problems doing 4k 24p either. I switch human detect off - it seems detect humans with that off better

@Nicole.Sisson Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ Thanks!! Appreciate your reply!!

@KARNAMemories Жыл бұрын

One of those the best video on the internet about Lumix S5

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jacobh5817 2 жыл бұрын

I really love this review. You can tell that Pav is a frequent user rather than a youtuber who tried a camera for a week or so. Lumix cameras are greatly underappreciated. Many keep babbling on about the AF, but for 95% it works fine and for most stills it’s actually great! I personally prefer the S1 and S1R (for their EVF and tilting LCD), but the S5 is a great camera too. Files are easy to process, colours are great and handling and build quality is better than the obvious competition. The L-mount allows me to easily use Leica M and L-mount glass as well, next to the great choice Panasonic and Sigma already offer. The only issue I had for a complete switch was the lack of native Profoto TTL and Capture One tether support. I believe by now, there’s a Profoto trigger esp. for Panasonic G and S, but C1 tethering is still out there…?

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TechIlliterate 2 жыл бұрын

Love love love this camera. Bought it because of your original review. The auto focus still stinks but I rarely use it.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE it too! Thanks for watching!

@SteveAtwal Жыл бұрын

Liked and subscribed. I needed this video to tip me over into buying this camera. I was on the fence after reading about the autofocus issue, but I do mostly photos, not video. Upgrading from a water-damaged Olympus EM-5 Mark II. Cheers

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! AF for photos is really good

@SteveAtwal Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ That’s what I wanted to hear 😊 I was on the fence about getting a Sony camera (they seem to produce really sharp photos), but there is really nothing to compare to the Lumix S5 in this price range with similar features. Cheers

@tylerjohnson1352 2 жыл бұрын

Probably going to get one for our Crete trip in august

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Nice ONE!

@GudieveNing Жыл бұрын

Great review and very helpful. But most importantly, your videography and photography is excellent. Love the portraits. Gear wise, I have owned many Panasonic and Sony cameras and always come back to Panasonic for superior handling, colour realism and reliability. My GH2 was a game changer at the time. I hope though that Panasonic can launch a new line of cameras with what we all want: Decent AF!

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!!! I think it is inevitable that Panasonic future cameras will come with phase detect AF system ... we just have to wait

@karanthakur6084 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered the camera today and im so excited for its arrival from amazon.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

You'll LOVE it

@ThePistonPit 2 жыл бұрын

How are you finding your s5?

@dapunkof1975 2 жыл бұрын

So happy I still own mine

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

YES!

@davidalanphotography1 Жыл бұрын

since you have most of the brands I would love to see a Dynamic range & High ISO comparison for photos. Great Review!

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

I don't think that can be really directly compared. I always try to shoot as close to what the photo should be in camera and I only shoot in RAW. ISO performance will hugely different in different lighting condition, dynamic range too.

@sergeantcrow 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes.... Very informative.... Thank you.

@DavidPalmer_blinder 2 жыл бұрын

yeah i just love the S5. i just have a Sirui 50mm anamorphic and i just have a blast with that just going out and just filming everything! i also do live streaming with this rig! creates a pretty unique image for streaming.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

NICE!

@hotshotbv Жыл бұрын

Great Video!!!I just got mine at The Photography Show for a crazy deal£1149 including the 50 mm1:8 lens, i am super happy with it!!!

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

WOW! that's an incredible price

@hotshotbv Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ yeah I could not believe it, also yesterday arrived my 85mm 1:8....looking forward to test it this weekend....

@MrJapanforce 2 жыл бұрын

perfect camera. in fact, the best. Great video as well

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

It is! Thanks a lot!

@isreal77765 2 жыл бұрын

It would be really cool to see you do a review of the S1 with the newest firmware update. Your reviews are very thorough and keep the view engaged. There aren’t many reviews of the S1 with the newer firmware version, or at least good reviews should I say. Thanks! 🙂👍🏼

@princepaks4433 2 жыл бұрын

I agree 🙌

@rdmgrooves3866 2 жыл бұрын

It’s out a new on ? The latest update isn’t the 2.0 ?

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I'd do it but I do not have S1 to play with - can I borrow yours? 😉

@princepaks4433 2 жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ *Kungfu Panda Voice* We should hang out! 😄

@theancientvoice9272 2 жыл бұрын

That camera really feels like a hidden gem, once you tap deep into it. Most comments about the focus out there have some truth in it, but still are unbalanced, as they make it sounds like every other solution has no flaws. The reality is with a camera like the s5, you really need to understand how it does behave and the scenarios you're shooting, and choose the lenses and the settings accordingly. On other solutions, if you're a beginner you'll feel more comfortable. The s5 is literally a robbery for the price.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

absolutely!

@LordAltron2 2 жыл бұрын

I think the af is still better than any dslr af.

@LordAltron2 2 жыл бұрын

And generations of photographers survived with less af

@JosecarbajalFilms Жыл бұрын

beautiful colors bro, do you use any specific luts or how is your workflow to get that color grading

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I use my own luts - they will be on sale sometime in the near future

@Watzleroviak1210 Жыл бұрын

I bought the S5 three weeks ago with the Sigma Art 24-70 2.8 and the Sigma Art 50mm 1.4 After a week, I bought the battery grip because the camera felt too small in my hands and the grip greatly improves the handling. This is the first camera for me in some years as I'm trying to get back into the matter and I love it so far.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

good choices of lenses - it's small for sure, especially with bigger and heavier lenses

@Watzleroviak1210 Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ Good to hear. I'm a total amateur, so chosing the right stuff is always a bit of a guessing game. 😂 I just go if my own experiences. Years ago I found myself in India, with a borrowed Nikon D3 and only a 50mm. Best images I ever shot to date. 🙈

@kingsylartv1436 Жыл бұрын

Just watched the video and thank you first and foremost. I'm still a beginner and Ive had the lumix g7 4k for about 2 years. I love it for my personal content for youtube, daytime shooting and vlogs but unfortunately it is drastically coming up short in low light settings for video at night which is what I am trying to transition to. It's hard-to-find videos with some insight on how the s5 compares, can you provide me with some insight? Or anyone in the comments. My peers are telling me the a7 would be a good move, I'm the only Panasonic user out of the 6 of us lol

@FDFchannel1 Жыл бұрын

hey dope colors wich luts are u using for video

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I colour grade by hand and use only my own presets

@dirkharvey Жыл бұрын

I love the shot of your cat at 8:15

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

thanks

@NoHope_ 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered an s5 with the 20-60mm kit lense and an accessory kit (from the retailer I bought from), which comes with a bunch of little goodies, all for only $2000 with tax and shipping. the only other camera I somewhat liked in that price range was the new canon r7, which is apsc not full frame along with many other differences. I think for the price I got an amazing camera for an amazing price and i can't wait to learn on it (my first real camera).

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

excellent! great price - have fun with it!

@pianopotato 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, I have three of them!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

awesome!

@TheMash84 2 жыл бұрын

Purchased today on Amazon UK for 1200£ with the kit 20-60 lens! I think that was an incredible offer. Hopefully is not one of that unit that probably has a bad QC and turns out faulty in some way :D One thing really concerns and bother me is the micro HDMI. Luckily I have a HDMI clamp that I'll fix it permanently on the cage to avoid any issue. Can't wait to try the S5 paired with my Ninja V! Thanks for the video, very thorough, informative and pleasant to watch! You got a new subscriber!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

AMAZING deal!! You will love it!

@fergusbrady3229 2 жыл бұрын

Haven't seen the S5 on Amazon UK for £1200, I check regularly, the lowest price I've seen on Amazon is £1400 with kit lens and that's today.

@TheMash84 2 жыл бұрын

@@fergusbrady3229 it literally lasted for less than 24 hours, I was monitoring it. It was 1400£ and on top of that there was a 200£ voucher. I think these deals are quite fast

@fergusbrady3229 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that I seem to always miss out on the deals. I was probably asleep.

@TheMash84 2 жыл бұрын

@@fergusbrady3229 don't worry, I miss a lot of deals too! I had literally a dedicated laptop on the product page refreshing every 15 mins while I was working. Before that I had the possibility to pay in 5 instalments, offered by Amazon (it's not a bank loan), but I missed it, this offer lasted 12 hours. But it was for he body only variant.

@JoJoOnTheMove 2 жыл бұрын

Also love my S5. Agree with everything, although I don't external record (yet) so personally the micro-hdmi is not an issue, haven't used it yet. But than, I'm only a hobbiest 🤣

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

if you don't use it, then it is not an issue at all. Great camera

7 ай бұрын

I just got one😊 the kit lens only but is great

@PavSZ 7 ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with Lumix kit lens: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q8ioo7iqytfYZYU.htmlsi=__D28srUjDDIBCVw

@stephanes. 2 жыл бұрын

I'm waiting for your Netflix show soon!!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks

@flagger2020 Жыл бұрын

Great review, glad I found your channel. So the L mount elephant or maybe the mini elephant in the room.. how does it compare to the Sigma fp? For both video (a battle of giants) and also stills. My first real camera was LC1, I love my GX9.. and also have an A7Riii and 2 fp's.. one for stills and one video. If you get a chance try at least a S5 vs fp for video.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

I have reviewed Sigma fp in the past. Check out my friend's channel for more S5 vs. fp content: @Ansonandco www.youtube.com/@Ansonandco

@mrmeowpuss 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Pav! For Sony make sure to turn off DRO (dynamic range optimizer). It makes the JPEG brighter which is why the preview you see in the EVF looks well exposed but the Raw is darker!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I always have it OFF. There is huge difference in how Sony RAW files look, on the camera and on the computer screen

@mrmeowpuss 2 жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ that’s good and that’s strange then. I haven’t shot Sony in a few years now (swapped to the Canon R6) but I don’t remember the files being that bad or maybe I just got used to it 😅

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

@@mrmeowpuss they are not bad at all, until you start comparing them. By the way, I love R6!

@mrmeowpuss 2 жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ yeah truth is there’s honestly benefits to all systems which is why it’s good to shoot multiple brands. Yes I love my R6, only thing I don’t like is the lack of the Zebra highlight warnings in stills that Sony has!

@SaptarshiiRoy Жыл бұрын

Excellent content!! Should I go with Sony A7C or Lumix S5??

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

Only you can decide. a7C has got better AF, S5 is a better camera overall (in my humble opinion)

@tonytech5520 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, the S5 is the odd one in the Lumix S and GH series, with that micro HDMI port.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

that micro HDMI is not really a deal breaker - something that I can live with. Great camera overall

@dl88889 Жыл бұрын

Got mine at a local sale today with the 20-60 kit. 1700 USD and change. Epic camera for the price.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

great deal!! enjoy it!

@Kickboxritter 2 жыл бұрын

Just got an S5 a Month ago coming from a G9 and before that a FZ1000 and before that a FZ200 :D since i shoot motorsports and cars / Bikes i didnt really had the chance to fully play with the S5 so far since its still quite cold here in Germany but one thing i noticed right away... build quality is worse than on my G9 :( Otherwise its a great camera, very bright screen, i wish it would have faster burst rates.. will have to see how it performes on the Racetrack. About the small HDMI port, why not use 90 Degree cables? And i`ve seen you put a shot from the 70-300 into your video. Would you recommend it over the 70-200 F4?

@aman681 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Are the photos sooc?

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

thanks! No, I only shoot RAW and all of my photos have been processed in Lightroom Classic

@aman681 2 жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ Thanks for the reply. I meant, are they straight out of camera or any colour grading has been done on them. I really liked the colours.

@PolluxChung 2 жыл бұрын

I am heavily invested in the M4/3 lenses and it will take a while before I can make the move to full frame cameras. By the time I am ready S5 Mk2 probably is out.

@PavSZ 11 ай бұрын

S5II and S5IIx are out and they both are significantly better cameras than S5 was

@piotrcz77 2 жыл бұрын

Dzięki za ten odcinek Pav, posiadam S5 i jestem mega zadowolony. Jakich kart pamięci w nim używasz?

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Dzieki! Tylko Lexar 128Gb SDXC V60II - I only shoot photos internally - all video via HDMI to Ninja V

@PERIKLISTSINTZAS Жыл бұрын

i have a sony a7iii and i want to buy s5 ,Generally i like the colors from sony and the hlg profile ,but comparing to s5 do you think that lumix has richer colors than sony ?And does colors can match with these 2 cameras ?Great test by the way

@omnymisa 2 жыл бұрын

I like what i see out of the S5, really!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

me too!

@ankush2362 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man 👍😊. I am considering this camera but the one thing that I am interested to know is whether this camera shoots 12bit raw or 14bit raw images 😅??

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

as far as I know, it shoots 12bit Raw photos

@charlesn 2 жыл бұрын

It can film 5.9k image at 12 bit BRAW on the Blackmagic video assist or 12 bit ProRes RAW on the Atmos Ninja V

@mickekling 2 жыл бұрын

I really love my S5 together with the S 35mm f1.8 lens.

@stablebeatz9032 2 жыл бұрын

What AF Settings do you use?

@mickekling 2 жыл бұрын

@@stablebeatz9032 I shoot almost always in MF.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

the best Lumix prime in my opinion!

@marinrealestatephotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience. Were the two shots near the end of the video shot handheld? Or on a gimbal? I am asking about the shot of the lady sitting on the steps with a book starting at the 11:53 mark and the gentleman walking starting at the 12:03 mark. Thanks in advance for letting me know.

@PavSZ 11 ай бұрын

still great value camera. Those two shots were shot from a gimbal

@nkarafo 2 жыл бұрын

I am interested in buying this camera because I had a GH3 and I liked it but it wasn't full frame. Now this model IS ff and I really like it. I fear though that a new model will appear on September, eg S6 and my S5 will be a pale in comparison.. :-( Nice review :-) You sound a bit like Arnold ;-)

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

there will always be a new model coming soon, no point worrying about it

@mastersportstm2157 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with you! The only Problem i have is to sale all my Sony stuff! :) The AF is blazing fast and accurate! And the low light / high ISO is incredible! And i'm in love with the colores from this camera! If you are a sport shooter (who needs sick AF and 30fps), don't buy it! Every other shooter can't get anything better! ♥️

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

yes, it all depends how and what for you use it. I use Sony a7IV and Lumix S5 side by side - both have their strengths

@jongaruman3753 Жыл бұрын

Between the two, which would you recommend for primarily photojournalism with some solo handheld documentary shooting? I’m torn between keeping my S5 or shelling out more money on an A7IV for the AF. Do you think the Sony AF will make much difference for photojournalism? Thanks.

@zodiacmanan 2 жыл бұрын

I love my S5. Perfectly adequate for what I do.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

me too!

@misterabroad123 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your camera reviews! The S5 is also my number one camera! The more I use it the better my videos get.😄

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! S5 is a great camera!

@firehorseweddingphotograph3995 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much agree 100% Pav...except for me, an even better choice would be if my S1R, S1H and S5 had a child together... The stills capability of the 47mp S1R (but not the position of it's on/off switch nor it's orange lit top screen). The ergonomics of the S1H and it's square top screen plus position of the on/off switch. The tilt screen and resolution of the LCD of the S1H (that of the S5 presents an image a bit more 'muddy' than it's actually capturing). The EVF from the S1H and S1R. The dampened shutter of the S1H and S1R. The size and weight of the S5. Yes, slightly better tracking AF would be appreciated, but for anything else, isn't as bad as some make out and as you say, for stills, a total non-issue. For pure stills, IMO the S1R is the daddy. For pure video chops, the S1H. As a hybrid, the S1R has the weakest video spec, but there's an argument to be made for both the S1H and S5 based on the individual users needs...

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

maybe that's what S6 will be, who knows

@greatbeccarailways 2 жыл бұрын

I love this camera! I have been taking photos for years but now loving how easy it is to record video with the S5 and I've started picking that up as a hobby now thanks to owning this camera.. I'm tempted to get the 50mm.. it's the focal length I was most comfortable with - used the 32mm on M6 Mark II like 90% of the time previously.. however I picked up the 24-105mm F4 and love the flexibility it offers.. no more having to swap lenses!

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! I ma 50mm man through and through. Couldn't live without one

@Bordsteinpflaster 2 жыл бұрын

I am currently on the fence selling my 20-60 & 50mm to be able to effort the 24-105mm because I really want to be as flexible as possible. A tough choice to make.

@CO8848_2 2 жыл бұрын

I love the s5, even tho I only have the kit lens

@PavSZ 11 ай бұрын

the Lumix 20-60mm kit is lens is very good: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q8ioo7iqytfYZYU.html

@RS.Outdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Think it is a very underrated camera and captured some great footage for my outdoor channel. Having come from multiple Sony cameras I prefer the colour straight out of the Panasonic and in natural mode it needs very little grading to look superb. In particular I used it with 20-60 kit lens in terrible weather hiking the Cape Wrath Trail I filmed and it was fantastic. Sadly had to sell it as needed funds, however did get a cheap G90/95 to use in meantime and have to say that is excellent as well.

@thewalkingvloggingman7152 2 жыл бұрын

The G95 rocks!!

@TheKimNeeper 2 жыл бұрын

Got the S5, first with the kit lens which is pretty good, and now with the 50mm 1.8. With the IBIS I can take razor sharp portraits in dim lit bars, completely noise free, handheld. 10 years ago with my Nikon D90 and kit lens, it would need to be on a tripod with a shutter speed of several seconds to do this, a lot has happened since then...

@markshirley01 2 жыл бұрын

Im a D750 user - I'm looking at the S5 with the kit and a 50. I've never been totally sold on the Z6. Its just will I miss its AF - Im not sure - I do know that the S5 backs up video which annoyingly the Z6/Z6 II do not. I've always been a Nikon shooter but I see so many good reviews for the S5. Recently watched Sam Holland who has sold his R6 to buy two S5 cameras. Its a tough decision but I only shoot behind the camera so maybe sony/canon AF won't be needed

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I also came to S5 from Nikon originally (D800 & Z6) way better cameras. I also only have the 20-60 and 50mm lenses

@markshirley01 2 жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ when you say 'way better cameras' do you mean the Nikon cameras or the Panasonic S5.

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

@@markshirley01 Lumix S5 is much better video camera than Nikon Z6/7

@mike_aviafan 2 жыл бұрын

@@markshirley01 I sold my Nikon D4 and bought the S5 and am happy with it. But price for S5-lenses are very scary.

@diekarotte1923 11 ай бұрын

Do you think that it would be okay if I pair the s5 with a 28-70 mm f2.8 because I still don’t know what to shoot and I am new to everything that has to do with videography and photography. Great review by the way

@PavSZ 11 ай бұрын

yes, of course. 28-70 is very versatile and suitable for all kinds of photography. Thank you for watching

@diekarotte1923 11 ай бұрын

@@PavSZ Thanks!

7 ай бұрын

Just got one 😊

@PavSZ 7 ай бұрын

still great camera!

7 ай бұрын

Yep

@davidmultimedia2024 Жыл бұрын

In my experience with my S5 and Lumix S f1.8 lenses, the linear focus ring mode is truly amazing, although I have to point out that 90º and 120º are very skippy (not really usable for focus racking unfortunately... hope Panasonic will be able to fix this eventually). What I mean is that you can clearly see the focus breathing in a very skippy way, not smooth at all. Although, 180º and up to maximum work very smoothly, just like a true mecanical focus ring. Still an amazing feature for hybrid shooters! EDIT : Strangely, I just tried again and now it seems to work smoothly... so I don't know what's the deal here. Maybe this issue is only occuring when battery level is low?

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

interesting

@IslandFilmMaker 2 жыл бұрын

Totally Agree 👍

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@chinemeekenechukwumerijee227 Ай бұрын

Which camera and lens did you use in shooting this video at that time?

@RockWILK Жыл бұрын

I believe you can just hold down the AF on button on the back to stay in manual focus, if the camera is in autofocus.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

a bit tricky if you are filming yourself or have something you are filming in both hands

@RockWILK Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ true

@FishVisionsMedia 2 жыл бұрын

What are you’re autofocus settings? Like the speed and sensitivity? It would really help me out. BUT I am working on my manual focus skills, i’m just wondering what you have, and what you set the autofocus to detect

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

I vary these settings depending on situation and what I prefer. The best thing you can do is to play with the settings and see what works the best for you - I don't think there is a single recipe for these settings

@ktizomoment 2 жыл бұрын

Going to Switzerland in 4 months. Which lens would you use for travel if you had to pick just one? I have 20-60, 24-105 and 50mm Great content.

@bushboxer 2 жыл бұрын

I would take the 24-105, i rarely shoot really wide personally

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

24-105mm

@ktizomoment 2 жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ Wonderful. I appreciate it. I've been capturing photos at my son's basketball games with the 24-105.

@MinimalWave1982 2 жыл бұрын

Dude this model in the green suit... what a magnificent beauty...

@PavSZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'll pass your comment to her

@ryankwan1934 Жыл бұрын

I wish they would stuff some of the S5 internals into a GX8 or GX9-sized body. I'd be willing to trade off recording limits or even some recording formats for a really compact, full frame Panasonic body.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

this unlikely will ever happen

@ryankwan1934 Жыл бұрын

@@PavSZ I know and it makes me sad :(

@Random-yz8gb Жыл бұрын

I have gh5 and want sigma 16mm f1.4 do u think that's enough for me for vlogs and stuff youtube videos. Like is the quality on a other level wth s5 compared to sigma f1.4 with gh5

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

GH5 and S5 are two totally different tools. One Micro Four Thirds and the other is full frame. They both will generate different look with the same focal length and spec lenses

@markshirley01 Жыл бұрын

If I was to use single point AF just to get a focal plane would the S5 work this way in video. I don't need tracking I just need to quickly ascertain AF quickly because I do hybrid event work.

@PavSZ Жыл бұрын

yes, of course - it will do the tracking too